tailfin

• Substantiv, das eine stabilisierende Konstruktion am vertikalen Heck eines Flugzeugs oder einen dekorativen Vorsprung über den hinteren Kotflügeln eines Autos bezeichnet.

A noun referring to a stabilizing structure on the vertical tail of an aircraft, or to a decorative projection above the rear fenders of a car.

1. Aircraft stabilizerB2formaltechnical

   A vertical fin at the rear of an aircraft that provides stability and control during flight.

   Seitenleitwerk

   • The pilot checked the tailfin before takeoff.
   • The aircraft's tailfin was painted with the airline's logo.
   • Damage to the tailfin can affect the plane's maneuverability.

   Synonymefinvertical finvertical stabilizer

2. Automobile decorationC1informalamericantechnical

   A decorative projection above the rear fender of a car, popular in mid-20th century automotive design.

   Heckflosse

   • The classic car had large chrome tailfins.
   • Tailfins were a distinctive feature of 1950s automobiles.
   • He restored the tailfins on his vintage Cadillac.

   Synonymefintail fin