Meaning & Definition of word "Airplane"

Airplane

/ˈɛr.pleɪn/

1. A powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weighing system that enables it to fly.
- Example: The airplane ascended smoothly into the clear blue sky.
2. An aircraft that is heavier than air and is propelled by a fixed set of wings and a system of engines.
- Example: The new model of the airplane can carry twice as many passengers as its predecessor.
3. A common mode of transportation for long distances, typically used for travel between cities or countries.
- Example: I prefer taking an airplane for international travel instead of a long bus ride.
4. A vehicle designed for air travel, powered by jet or propeller engines.
- Example: She booked a ticket for the airplane that will take her to New York City.
5. A machine that is used for aerial surveys, military operations, or firefighting.
- Example: The airplane flew over the forest to monitor for any signs of wildfire.

●The word 'airplane' combines 'air' and 'plane', which originates from the Latin 'planus', meaning flat or level.

boarding the airplane:

The process of getting on the aircraft before departure.

takeoff and landing:

The phases of an airplane's flight when it begins its journey and when it arrives at its destination.

frequent flyer:

A person who often travels by airplane, especially for business or work.

pilot:

A person who operates the flying controls of an aircraft.

airport:

A location where aircraft take off and land, often with facilities for passengers.

flight:

The act of flying, especially in an airplane.

Meaning: Flying machine

● Example Sentence: We're taking the flying machine to New York.

Meaning: Tin can

● Example Sentence: I hate flying in that old tin can.