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Drogue: meaning, definitions and examples

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drogue

 

[ droสŠษก ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

nautical equipment

A drogue is a device that is used in aerodynamics and hydrodynamics to create drag. It often takes the form of a cone or parachute-like shape that is designed to slow down or stabilize a vessel when deployed in water or air. In maritime contexts, drogues are typically used to reduce drift or provide stability to a sailing vessel in strong winds. The term can also refer to different types of towing devices used by aircraft and boats.

Synonyms

drag device, stabilizer

Examples of usage

  • The sailor deployed the drogue to stabilize the boat in heavy seas.
  • They used a drogue to help slow down their descent while parachuting.
  • The drogue was essential for maintaining control during the storm.

Translations

Translations of the word "drogue" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น drogue

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅเคฐเฅ‹เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Drogue

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ drogue

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั€ะฐะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ drog

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‰ใƒญใƒผใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท drogue

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ drogue

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท drog

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋“œ๋กœ๊ทธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุฑุบ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ drog

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ drog

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹–ๆ›ณไผž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ drog

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ drog

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดั€ะฐะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ แƒแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ drog

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ drogue

Etymology

The term 'drogue' comes from the French word 'drogue', which originally referred to a type of fishing net. It is derived from the Latin 'dragare', meaning to drag. The word entered English in the early 19th century as maritime technology advanced, and its usage expanded to include various devices that create drag in both maritime and aeronautical contexts. The evolution of the drogue reflects the innovations in sailing and flying, as engineers and sailors sought to improve stability and control in adverse conditions. Today, drogues are essential components in various activities, ranging from oceanography to recreational sailing and military operations, demonstrating their enduring relevance in the fields of navigation and aerodynamics.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,829, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.