sweptback

• Устаревшее прилагательное, описывающее что-то, что отведено назад, обычно используется по отношению к форме крыльев или волос.

An obsolete adjective describing something that is swept backward, typically used in reference to the shape of wings or hair.

1. Aircraft wing designC1formaltechnical

   Angled rearward from the point of attachment, typically used for aircraft wings to improve aerodynamic performance at high speeds.

   Стреловидный

   • The fighter jet's sweptback wings allow it to fly at supersonic speeds.
   • Modern commercial aircraft often feature sweptback wings for fuel efficiency.
   • The design of the sweptback wing reduces drag during flight.

   Synonymsbacksweptswept

2. Hair stylingB2informal

   Combed or styled so that the hair is directed backward away from the face.

   Зачесанный назад

   • He wore his hair in a sweptback style for the formal event.
   • The model's sweptback hairstyle accentuated her cheekbones.
   • She used gel to achieve a sleek sweptback look.