winglet

[US]/[ˈwɪŋlɪt]/
[UK]/[ˈwɪŋlɪt]/
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Translation

n.a small, often upturned, fin at the wingtip of an aircraft, designed to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency.; a small wing or appendage.
Word Forms
Pluralwinglets

Phrases & Collocations

winglet design

installing winglets

winglet tip

winglet benefits

analyzing winglets

winglet technology

modified winglet

winglet system

adding winglets

winglet performance

Example Sentences

the aircraft featured advanced winglets to improve fuel efficiency.

we analyzed the impact of winglets on aircraft performance.

the airline installed winglets on its new boeing 737s.

winglet design is crucial for reducing drag.

the winglet geometry significantly affects lift generation.

engineers are constantly researching new winglet configurations.

the blended winglet design offers aerodynamic advantages.

retrofitting existing aircraft with winglets is a cost-effective solution.

the winglet tip shape influences vortex behavior.

we compared winglet performance across different aircraft types.

the benefits of winglets include reduced fuel consumption and noise.

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