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
