hydrofoil
Meanings
noun
- A wing attached to the hull of a ship that raises it out of the water when travelling at speed and thus reduces drag.
- A vessel equipped with such a device.
verb
- To operate or use or ride atop a hydrofoil wing on a hull so equipped.
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Etymology
From hydro- + foil.
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