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Meaning of AIRFOIL

Pronunciation:  'ehr`foyl

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 Definition: [n]  a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight
 
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 Synonyms: aerofoil, control surface, surface
 
 See Also: aileron, device, elevator, flap, flaps, horizontal stabiliser, horizontal stabilizer, leading edge, rotary wing, rotor blade, rudder, spoiler, stabilizer, tailplane, trailing edge, vertical tail, wing

 

 

 

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