noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A modified turbofan jet engine with the propeller outside the engine duct of an aircraft.

Synonyms

All synonyms

turbojetudfuhbunducted fanunducted fan

Etymology

From prop + fan.

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