Hovercraft: meaning, definitions and examples

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hovercraft

[ ˈhʌvərkraft ]

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transport

A vehicle that can travel over land and water, supported on a cushion of air

Synonyms

ACV, air-cushion vehicle, hovercraft craft

Examples of usage

The hovercraft glided effortlessly over the lake
The hovercraft was a popular mode of transportation in the 1960s
The hovercraft is used for rescue missions in flooded areas
The hovercraft can reach high speeds due to its design
The hovercraft is an innovative form of transportation

Translations

Translations of the word "hovercraft" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hovercraft

🇮🇳 होवरक्राफ्ट

🇩🇪 Luftkissenfahrzeug

🇮🇩 hovercraft

🇺🇦 судно на повітряній подушці

🇵🇱 poduszkowiec

🇯🇵 ホバークラフト

🇫🇷 aéroglisseur

🇪🇸 aerodeslizador

🇹🇷 hovercraft

🇰🇷 호버크래프트

🇸🇦 حوامة

🇨🇿 vznášedlo

🇸🇰 vznášadlo

🇨🇳 气垫船

🇸🇮 hovercraft

🇮🇸 svifnökkvi

🇰🇿 әуе жастықшасы бар кеме

🇬🇪 ჰოვერკრაფტი

🇦🇿 hoverkraft

🇲🇽 aerodeslizador

Word origin

The hovercraft, also known as an air-cushion vehicle or ACV, is a type of vehicle that can travel over land, water, mud, ice, and other surfaces. It operates by creating a cushion of high-pressure air between the vehicle and the surface below, allowing it to glide smoothly and efficiently. The concept of the hovercraft dates back to the early 20th century, but it wasn't until the 1950s and 1960s that practical designs were developed. The hovercraft has been used for various purposes, including transportation, rescue missions, military operations, and recreational activities.