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/pleɪnz/
(plane)
flat surface or aircraft
Etymology
Etymology Information
'plane' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'planus', where 'planus' meant 'flat' or 'level'.
Historical Evolution
'planus' transformed into the Old French word 'plan', and eventually became the modern English word 'plane'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'flat surface', but over time it evolved to include the meaning of 'aircraft'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'plane', referring to flat or level surfaces.
The carpenter worked on smoothing the planes of the table.
Synonyms
Noun 2
plural form of 'plane', referring to aircraft.
The airport was filled with planes ready for takeoff.
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Last updated: 2025/06/23 09:02