hovercraft Definition
a vehicle that can travel over both land and water, supported on a cushion of air that lifts it above the surface.
Using hovercraft: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hovercraft" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The hovercraft glided smoothly over the water.
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Hovercrafts are used for rescue operations in flooded areas.
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The military uses hovercrafts for amphibious assaults.
hovercraft Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for hovercraft
- air-cushion vehicle
- ACV
- ground-effect vehicle
- GEV
Phrases with hovercraft
cross-channel hovercraft
a type of hovercraft that is designed to travel across the English Channel between Britain and France
Example
The cross-channel hovercraft service was discontinued in 2000.
a small hovercraft designed for personal use, typically for recreational purposes
Example
He spent his weekends tinkering with his personal hovercraft.
a sport in which participants race hovercrafts on a designated course
Example
Hovercraft racing is becoming increasingly popular in many countries.
Summary: hovercraft in Brief
A 'hovercraft' [ˈhʌvəkrɑːft] is a vehicle that can travel over both land and water, lifted above the surface by a cushion of air. It is used for various purposes such as rescue operations, military amphibious assaults, and personal recreation. Examples include 'The hovercraft glided smoothly over the water.' and 'He spent his weekends tinkering with his personal hovercraft.'
