What is another word for aileron?

Pronunciation: [ˈe͡ɪləɹən] (IPA)

An aileron is a type of control surface that is typically found on airplanes. It is a moving flap on the trailing edge of the wings which are used to control the aircraft's roll. However, there are various synonyms used for the word aileron. The most common alternative name is the wing flap, which is quite self-explanatory. It can also be referred to as the airbrake or sloped surface, depending on context. Another synonym is the differential control surface, which may confuse non-pilots, as it is a technical name. Lastly, there is the term spoiler or spoiler aileron. This name refers to the function of the control surface, which can spoil the lift in a part of the wing, causing roll in that direction.

Synonyms for Aileron:

What are the hypernyms for Aileron?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    control surface, flight control surface, aerodynamic surface.

What are the hyponyms for Aileron?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the holonyms for Aileron?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.
  • holonyms for aileron (as nouns)

What are the antonyms for Aileron?

Usage examples for Aileron

A wonderful, delicate toy, accurate in every detail of propeller, motor and landing gear, of brace and rudder and aileron.
"The Pygmy Planet"
John Stewart Williamson
I do not know exactly when the wire controlling the right aileron parted.
"Master Tales of Mystery, Volume 3"
Collected and Arranged by Francis J. Reynolds
Out upon the other, on hands and knees, clinging desperately to the aileron brace, was the hatless, water-soaked figure of a man.
"Around the World in Ten Days"
Chelsea Curtis Fraser

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