Aerodynamics

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a glider or sailplane is a type of aircraft that does not have an engine and is designed to fly using only the natural forces of the air, such as thermals and updrafts.

  • The sailplane gracefully glided through the sky, powered only by the currents of air.
  • I saw a cool sailplane flying overhead at the airshow.
  • Dude, that sailplane is so rad!
  • Her dreams took flight like a sailplane soaring towards the horizon.

adjective relating to the measurement of the properties of the earth's atmosphere

  • The aerometric measurements were used to analyze air quality in the city.
  • The aerometric data showed that the pollution levels were high.
  • I'm not sure what the aerometric readings mean, but they don't look good.
  • Her aerometric approach to problem-solving always leads to innovative solutions.