Definition

A wheel that is part of the landing gear at the front of an aircraft, used for support during takeoff and landing.

Example

The pilot checked the nosewheel before the flight to ensure it was functioning properly.

Conversation

Did you see how the plane landed yesterday?

Yeah, it was impressive! The nosewheel touched down perfectly.

I thought the pilot did a great job with the landing.

Definitely! The nosewheel really helps stabilize the plane.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nosewheel → It is formed from "nose" (from Old English "nosu", meaning the projecting part of the face) and "wheel" (from Old English "hwēol", meaning a circular object that revolves). The word "nosewheel" refers to the front wheel of an aircraft, which is located near the nose of the plane.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'nose' as the front part of something and the 'wheel' as a circular object that rolls. This helps you remember that a nosewheel is the wheel located at the front of an aircraft.

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