Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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control surface | Yes | No | No | No |
spoiler | Yes | No | No | No |
control surface (noun) | spoiler (noun) |
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a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight | a hinged airfoil on the upper surface of an aircraft wing that is raised to reduce lift and increase drag |
an airfoil mounted on the rear of a car to reduce lift at high speeds | |
someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war) | |
a candidate with no chance of winning but who may draw enough votes to prevent one of the leading candidates from winning | |
someone who pampers or spoils by excessive indulgence |