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winglet

/ˈwɪŋlɛt/

wingletnoun

winglets

/ˈwɪŋlɛt/

Translations

The airplane's winglet helps to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency.

Винглет самолета помогает уменьшить сопротивление и улучшить топливную эффективность.

Definitions

A small, wing-like structure attached to the tip of an aircraft's wing to improve aerodynamic efficiency.

The new aircraft design includes winglets to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency.

Any small wing or wing-like appendage on an object or organism, especially one that provides stability or aerodynamic benefit.

Some beetles hide their delicate winglets beneath hardened wing cases.

Synonyms

wingletadjective

/ˈwɪŋ.lɪt/

/ˈwɪŋ.lət/

Used attributively to describe designs, devices, or technology involving winglets.

Definitions

Relating to, fitted with, or employing winglets on an aircraft or other vehicle.

The airline ordered a new fleet featuring winglet wingtip extensions.