Aerosurfaces

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˈɛroʊˌsɜrfɪsɪz/

Definitions of aerosurfaces

noun a part of an aircraft that is designed to provide lift, stability, and control during flight

Example Sentences

A1 Aerosurfaces help control the direction of an airplane.

A2 Pilots use aerosurfaces to adjust the altitude of the aircraft.

B1 The engineer inspected the aerosurfaces for any signs of damage.

B2 The aerodynamic design of the aerosurfaces improved the aircraft's performance.

C1 Advanced materials were used in the construction of the aerosurfaces to enhance durability and efficiency.

C2 The aerospace company developed a new technology for the aerosurfaces, making them more responsive and precise.

Examples of aerosurfaces in a Sentence

formal The aerospace engineers are working on optimizing the aerosurfaces of the new aircraft.

informal The mechanics are checking the aerosurfaces before the flight.

slang Make sure you don't mess up the aerosurfaces when you're doing maintenance.

figurative Her words were like aerosurfaces, guiding the conversation smoothly in a new direction.

Grammatical Forms of aerosurfaces

plural

aerosurfaces

comparative

more aerosurfaces

superlative

most aerosurfaces

present tense

aerosurfaces

future tense

will aerosurfaces

perfect tense

have aerosurfaces

continuous tense

are aerosurfacing

singular

aerosurface

positive degree

aerosurfaces

infinitive

to aerosurface

gerund

aerosurfacing

participle

aerosurfaced

Origin and Evolution of aerosurfaces

First Known Use: 1920 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'aerosurfaces' originated from the combination of 'aero-' referring to air or aviation, and 'surfaces' indicating the outer layer or boundary of an object.
Evolution of the word: Initially used in the context of aircraft design to describe the control surfaces that help steer and stabilize an aircraft in flight. Over time, the term has expanded to include various surfaces on aerospace vehicles that interact with the surrounding air for maneuvering and control.