aeroplane Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets
    airplane; plane.
    • the flight was delayed due to trouble with the airplane

WordNet


A"ër*o*plane` noun (Also<
  • Aeroplane
  • Aëroplane
)
Etymology
Aëro- + plane.
Definitions
  1. A flying machine, or a small plane for experiments on flying, which floats in the air only when propelled through it.

Webster 1913