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Definition of Aerofoil
1. Noun. A device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight.
Exact synonyms: Airfoil, Control Surface, Surface
Specialized synonyms: Aileron, Elevator, Flap, Flaps, Horizontal Stabiliser, Horizontal Stabilizer, Tailplane, Rotary Wing, Rotor Blade, Rudder, Spoiler, Spoiler, Stabilizer, Vertical Tail, Wing
Generic synonyms: Device
Terms within: Leading Edge, Trailing Edge
Specialized synonyms: Aileron, Elevator, Flap, Flaps, Horizontal Stabiliser, Horizontal Stabilizer, Tailplane, Rotary Wing, Rotor Blade, Rudder, Spoiler, Spoiler, Stabilizer, Vertical Tail, Wing
Generic synonyms: Device
Terms within: Leading Edge, Trailing Edge
Definition of Aerofoil
1. Noun. A structure shaped to produce lift when moving in air. ¹
2. Noun. A wing of an aircraft. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Aerofoil
1. airfoil [n -S] - See also: airfoil
Lexicographical Neighbors of Aerofoil
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