Aeroplane and Glider

Aeroplane

Aeroplane noun - A vehicle for traveling through the air that has fixed wings for lift.
Usage example: an exhibit of a few of the aeroplanes that won the Battle of Britain
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Synonyms for Aeroplane

Glider and aeroplane are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Glider" instead a noun "Aeroplane".

Glider

Glider noun - Aircraft supported only by the dynamic action of air against its surfaces.
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Synonyms for Glider

Aeroplane and glider are semantically related. You can use "Aeroplane" instead a noun "Glider".

Nearby Words: glide, glided, gliding
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