Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

airplane

noun
/ˈɛərˌpleɪn/
Definition
A powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces.
Examples
  • The airplane took off smoothly from the runway.
  • Many people prefer to travel by airplane for long distances.
  • He works as a pilot flying commercial airplanes.
Meaning
An airplane is a machine that is designed to fly through the air, typically carrying passengers or cargo.
Synonyms
  • plane
  • jet
  • aeroplane
  • aircraft