aerofoil
|aer-o-foil|
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/ˈɛrəˌfɔɪl/
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/ˈeərəˌfɔɪl/
wing shape
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerofoil' originates from the combination of 'aero-' meaning 'air' and 'foil' meaning 'thin sheet or leaf'.
Historical Evolution
'aerofoil' was formed in the early 20th century as a term to describe the shape of aircraft wings.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any thin sheet or leaf, but over time it evolved to specifically denote the shape of aircraft wings.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a structure with a curved surface designed to give the most favorable ratio of lift to drag in flight, used as the basic form of the wings, fins, and tailplanes of most aircraft.
The aerofoil design is crucial for the aircraft's performance.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45