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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

taxiing

/ˈtæksɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does taxiing mean?

verb

The act of taxiing an aircraft, or the movement of an aircraft on the ground, typically before takeoff or after landing. The process of taxiing an aircraft involves moving it from one location to another using the aircraft's own power, without the use of engines.

Example

"The pilot began taxiing the plane down the runway, preparing for takeoff."

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