Hangar: meaning, definitions and examples

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hangar

 

[ ˈhæŋɡər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

aeronautical facility

A hangar is a large structure used for housing aircraft. It provides protection from the elements and allows for maintenance and repair of the aircraft. Hangars can be found at airports or military bases.

Synonyms

depot, garage, shelter

Examples of usage

  • The plane was stored in the hangar overnight.
  • We're going to the hangar to inspect the new aircraft.
  • The hangar was full of helicopters and planes.
  • He works in the hangar, repairing and maintaining planes.

Translations

Translations of the word "hangar" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hangar

🇮🇳 हैंगर

🇩🇪 Hangar

🇮🇩 hanggar

🇺🇦 ангар

🇵🇱 hangar

🇯🇵 ハンガー

🇫🇷 hangar

🇪🇸 hangar

🇹🇷 hangar

🇰🇷 항공기 격납고

🇸🇦 هنجر

🇨🇿 hangár

🇸🇰 hangár

🇨🇳 机库

🇸🇮 hangar

🇮🇸 hangar

🇰🇿 гар Hangar

🇬🇪 ჰანგარი

🇦🇿 hangar

🇲🇽 hangar

Etymology

The word 'hangar' has its origins in the Old French word 'angarie,' which means 'a place where things are kept.' It was originally used to refer to a structure for storing items, particularly in medieval times. The transition to its current meaning, associated with aviation, can be traced back to the early 20th century when military and civil aviation began to develop. As airplanes became more common, the need for protective shelters grew, leading to the establishment of dedicated facilities for this purpose. The term has evolved to become widely recognized in the context of aviation, symbolizing a crucial component of airport infrastructure.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,609, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.