English Explanatory Dictionary

volplane

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A steep, controlled dive, especially by an aircraft with the engine off.
verb
  1. To perform a volplane.
  2. To glide.

Pronunciation

/ˈvɒlpleɪn/

Word forms

volplane volplanes volplaning volplaned

Etymology

From French vol plané (“gliding flight”).

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