Glider and Helicopter

Glider

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

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

Nearby Words: glide, glided, gliding

Helicopter

Helicopter noun - A vehicle for traveling through the air that obtains its lift from rotors which spin horizontally.
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Synonyms for Helicopter

Glider and helicopter are semantically related. You can use "Glider" instead a noun "Helicopter".

Nearby Word: helicoptered

Both words in one sentence

  • Video Game / Jazz Jackrabbit Helicritter: Double-jumping with Jazz in the second game triggers his helicopter ears, which are used as a glider.
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