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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

airfoil

/ˈɛərfɔɪl/ noun · British & US
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What does airfoil mean?

noun

A surface, such as the wing of an airplane, that produces lift by moving through the air. A wing or similar structure, typically curved on top and flat on the bottom, that produces lift when air flows over it.

Example

"The airfoil design of the new airplane allowed it to fly more efficiently and reach higher speeds."

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