Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hydroplane

noun / verb

/ˈhaɪdrəˌpleɪn/

Definition

A hydroplane is a type of water surface that allows boats and aircraft to glide over the water.

Examples

The raceboat was designed as a hydroplane to achieve high speeds on water.
During heavy rain, the car began to hydroplane, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Meaning

The term hydroplane can refer to a watercraft designed to take advantage of the lift generated by the water surface or, in aviation, to describe the loss of control of an aircraft due to skimming over water.