foreplane

English

noun
Definitions
  • (nautical) A relatively flat surface located well forward of a vehicle's center of gravity used for stability and, when movable, used for steering and attitude control; common on submarines, also used on surface ships and aircraft.

Etymology

Prefix from English plane.

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English

plane

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