Meaning & Definition of word "Plane"

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    Plane

    /pleɪn/

    noun:

    • 1. A flat or level surface.
      • Example: The carpenter ensured that the table had a perfectly smooth plane.
    • 2. A two-dimensional geometric figure that extends infinitely in both directions.
      • Example: In geometry class, we learned about the properties of a plane.
    • 3. An aircraft that is powered for flight.
      • Example: The airplane took off from the runway at dawn.
    • 4. A tool used for smoothing or shaping wood.
      • Example: He used a hand plane to create a flat surface on the board.

    verb:

    • 1. To make (something) smooth or level.
      • Example: He had to plane the wooden surface before applying the finish.
    • 2. To travel by airplane.
      • Example: We plan to plane to Paris for our vacation.

    Etymology

    Late Middle English: from Old French 'plane', from Latin 'planus', meaning 'flat, level'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    on the same plane:

    In agreement or understanding.

    plane of existence:

    A level or stage in a hierarchy of being.

    to plane something:

    To smooth or level a surface.

    Related Words

    flat:

    Having a level and even surface without raised areas.

    airplane:

    A powered flying vehicle with fixed wings.

    planar:

    Relating to or denoting a plane.

    Slang Meanings of plane

    Meaning: To hang out or chill.

    Example Sentence: We’re just planning at the park this afternoon.

    Meaning: To forget or disregard.

    Example Sentence: I totally planned on going, but I just didn’t show up.