Airline Industry Jargon

noun a type of aircraft that is powered by propellers or jet engines and is used for transporting passengers or goods

adjective aeroplane (used as an adjective) can describe something related to or characteristic of airplanes

• The aeroplane taxied down the runway before taking off into the sky.
• I always get excited when I see an aeroplane flying overhead.
• Check out that sick aeroplane doing stunts in the air!
• Her career took off like a speeding aeroplane after she got promoted.

noun the act of reclining or a piece of furniture designed for reclining

verb to lean or lie back in a relaxed position

adjective in a position of rest or relaxation

• The patient was reclining comfortably in the hospital bed.
• I love reclining on the couch and watching TV.
• Let's just chill and do some reclining tonight.
• His mind was reclining on the idea of taking a vacation.