AEROSTRUCTURE Synonyms
There is 0 hypernym of the word aerostructure. (close relations)
Definition of AEROSTRUCTURE
Best Alternative Words for AEROSTRUCTURE
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airframe | nounn | |||||||
noun • the framework and covering of an airplane or rocket (excluding the engines) | ||||||||
empennage | nounn | |||||||
noun • the rear part of an aircraft | ||||||||
fuselage | nounn | |||||||
noun • the central body of an airplane that is designed to accommodate the crew and passengers (or cargo) | ||||||||
nacelle | nounn | |||||||
noun • a streamlined enclosure for an aircraft engine | ||||||||
pylon | nounn | |||||||
noun • a tower for guiding pilots or marking the turning point in a race • a large vertical steel tower supporting high-tension power lines | ||||||||
strut | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a proud stiff pompous gait • brace consisting of a bar or rod used to resist longitudinal compression verb • to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others | ||||||||
wing | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a movable organ for flying (one of a pair) • one of the horizontal airfoils on either side of the fuselage of an airplane • a stage area out of sight of the audience • a unit of military aircraft • the side of military or naval formation • a hockey player stationed in a forward position on either side • (in flight formation) a position to the side and just to the rear of another aircraft • a group within a political party or legislature or other organization that holds distinct views or has a particular function • the wing of a fowl • a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud • an addition that extends a main building verb • travel through the air; be airborne | ||||||||
fairing | nounn | |||||||
verb • To smoothen or even a surface (especially a connection or junction on a surface). • To bring into perfect alignment (especially about rivet holes when connecting structural members). • To construct or design a structure whose primary function is to produce a smooth outline or reduce air drag or water resistance. • To make fair or beautiful. noun • A structure on various parts of a vehicle, for example an aircraft, automobile, or motorcycle, that produces a smooth exterior and reduces drag • A present; originally, one given or purchased at a fair. • Something edible; fare. |