Definition

A device with blades that spins to push an airplane forward, commonly known as a propeller.

Example

The pilot checked the airscrew before takeoff to ensure it was functioning properly.

Conversation

Did you see how they replaced the airscrew on that plane yesterday?

Yeah, I noticed that! It seemed like a big job.

I heard the airscrew is crucial for its performance.

Definitely! It’s amazing how much engineering goes into aircraft.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Airscrew → The word is formed from "air" (from Old English "æġer", meaning the atmosphere or sky) and "screw" (from Old French "escroue", meaning a spiral or threaded fastener). An airscrew refers to a device that uses the atmosphere to create lift, functioning like a screw in its motion.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'air' as the atmosphere and 'screw' as a spiral mechanism — an airscrew is a device that spirals through the air to create lift.

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