aerofoil

[air-uh-foil]

noun British.

airfoil.

Nearby words

Origin of aerofoil

aero- + foil²

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Examples from the Web for aerofoil

The motion of the air over the edges of the aerofoil becomes turbulent, and the form of the stream lines suddenly changes.
The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning|V. E. Johnson
When the angle of incidence increases the centre of pressure moves backwards towards the rear of the aerofoil, and vice versa.
The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning|V. E. Johnson
The flexing or bending of an aerofoil out of its normal shape.
The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning|V. E. Johnson
This term denotes that the aerofoil has such a curved transverse section.
The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning|V. E. Johnson

The stretching of the fabric on the aerofoil framework requires considerable care, especially when using silk.
The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning|V. E. Johnson

British Dictionary definitions for aerofoil

aerofoil

US and Canadian airfoil (ˈɛəˌfɔɪl)

noun

a cross section of an aileron, wing, tailplane, or rotor blade

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Word Origin and History for aerofoil

aerofoil

1907, from aero- + foil (n.).