noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A structure shaped to produce lift when moving in air. Canada, US
2. 2
   a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight wordnet
3. 3
   A wing of an aircraft. Canada, US

Synonyms

All synonyms

aerofoilaeroplanecontrol surfacefoilsurfacewing

Etymology

From air + foil.

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