Associations to the word «Airbrake»

Wiktionary

AIRBRAKE, noun. A brake (slowing device) that is operated pneumatically (by air pressure).
AIRBRAKE, noun. A moving part of an aircraft wing to reduce lift and airspeed.

Dictionary definition

AIRBRAKE, noun. A small parachute or articulated flap to reduce the speed of an aircraft.
AIRBRAKE, noun. A vehicular brake that operates by compressed air; especially for heavy vehicles.

Wise words

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C. S. Lewis