aileron

/ˈeɪlərɒn/ · noun

Meaning

The hinged part on the trailing edge of an airplane wing, used to control longitudinal turns.
A half gable, as at the end of a penthouse or of the aisle of a church.

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Related words

flap(English)frise aileron(English)taileron(English)aileron authority(English)airfoil(English)aileron roll(English)elevon(English)droop(English)flutter(English)yaw(English)rudder(English)hinge(English)

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