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glider

/ˈɡlaɪ.dər/

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noun

/ˈɡlaɪ.dər/B1formal
  • ruЛетательный аппарат, который поддерживается только динамическим воздействием воздуха на его поверхности, обычно без двигателя.

An aircraft that is supported only by the dynamic action of air against its surfaces, typically without an engine.

  1. Aircraft without an engineB1formal

    An aircraft that flies without an engine, relying solely on air currents and its aerodynamic design to stay aloft.

    ruПланер

    • The glider soared silently over the valley.
    • He took lessons to learn how to pilot a glider.
    • Gliders are often launched using a tow plane or a winch.

    Synonymssailplane

Forms
  • gliders plural form
  • gliders' possessive plural form
  • glider's possessive singular form