Plane: meaning, definitions and examples

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plane

[ pleɪn ]

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in aviation

A powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces.

Synonyms

aeroplane, aircraft, jet

Examples of usage

The plane took off smoothly from the runway.
The pilot guided the plane through turbulent weather.
Passengers boarded the plane for their flight.

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in geometry

A flat surface that extends infinitely in all directions.

Synonyms

level, sheet, surface

Examples of usage

The figure was drawn on a plane.
The two points lie in the same plane.
The plane of the table was smooth and polished.

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in woodworking

To make (a surface) level or smooth.

Synonyms

even, level, smooth

Examples of usage

The carpenter planed the rough wood.
She carefully planed the edges of the board.

Translations

Translations of the word "plane" in other languages:

🇵🇹 avião

🇮🇳 विमान

🇩🇪 Flugzeug

🇮🇩 pesawat

🇺🇦 літак

🇵🇱 samolot

🇯🇵 飛行機

🇫🇷 avion

🇪🇸 avión

🇹🇷 uçak

🇰🇷 비행기

🇸🇦 طائرة

🇨🇿 letadlo

🇸🇰 lietadlo

🇨🇳 飞机

🇸🇮 letalo

🇮🇸 flugvél

🇰🇿 ұшақ

🇬🇪 თვითმფრინავი

🇦🇿 təyyarə

🇲🇽 avión

Word origin

The word 'plane' originated from the Latin word 'planum' meaning flat surface or level ground. The modern usage of 'plane' as an aircraft dates back to the early 20th century when powered flight became a reality. Today, planes are a common mode of transportation for both passengers and cargo, revolutionizing travel and connecting people across the globe.

See also: plan, planned, planner, planners, planning, plans, replan, unplanned.