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aeroplane

verb · noun

Simple meaning

A flying machine with wings and an engine for carrying people.

Pronunciation

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ɛɹoʊpˈleɪn

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Definition

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verb

  1. intransitive

    To fly in an aeroplane.

  2. transitive

    To transport by aeroplane.

noun

  1. aviationCommonwealth

    Synonym of airplane. A powered heavier-than-air aircraft with fixed wings.

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Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Formality
Technical

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Synonyms

verb

Sense: to fly in an aeroplane

airplane

noun

Sense: synonym of airplane. A powered heavier-than-air aircraft with fixed wings

planeairplane

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