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aeroplane

[ˈerəpleɪn]

aeroplane Definition

a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces.

Using aeroplane: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aeroplane" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The aeroplane took off smoothly.

  • Example

    She works as an aeroplane mechanic.

  • Example

    I'm afraid of flying in aeroplanes.

  • Example

    The aeroplane's engines roared as it ascended into the sky.

aeroplane Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for aeroplane

Phrases with aeroplane

  • a toy made by folding a piece of paper into the shape of an aeroplane and throwing it through the air

    Example

    He amused himself by making paper aeroplanes and flying them across the room.

  • a setting on a mobile phone or other electronic device that turns off its wireless communication abilities, allowing it to be used in-flight without interfering with the aircraft's systems

    Example

    Please switch your phone to aeroplane mode before takeoff.

  • an accident in which an aeroplane falls from the sky and crashes

    Example

    The news reported an aeroplane crash in the mountains, with no survivors.

Origins of aeroplane

from French 'aéroplane', from Greek 'aēr' (air) + 'planos' (wandering)

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Summary: aeroplane in Brief

An 'aeroplane' [ˈerəpleɪn] is a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces. It is also known as an 'aircraft' and is used for transportation and travel. Phrases like 'paper aeroplane' and 'aeroplane mode' use 'aeroplane' to denote a toy or a setting on a mobile phone, respectively. 'Aeroplane crash' refers to an unfortunate event where an aeroplane falls from the sky and crashes.

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