Meaning & Definition of word "Plane"

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.