aerodynamic
/'eəroudai'næmik/ Cách viết khác : (aerodynamical) /'eəroudai'næmik/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Designed for efficient movement through air: Having a shape that reduces air resistance or drag, allowing for smooth and fast movement.
- Relating to aerodynamics: Pertaining to the branch of physics that studies the motion of air and other gases, and the forces acting on objects moving through them.
Usage and Examples
Describing an efficient shape:
- The new car has a very aerodynamic design, which helps it achieve better fuel efficiency.
- Cyclists wear aerodynamic helmets to reduce wind resistance during races.
Relating to the science of aerodynamics:
- The engineer conducted an aerodynamic analysis of the wing structure.
- Understanding aerodynamic principles is crucial for aircraft design.
Advanced Usage
"Aerodynamic efficiency": A measure of how well an object minimizes drag while moving through the air.
- The focus of the project was to improve the vehicle's aerodynamic efficiency.
"Aerodynamic forces": The forces, such as lift and drag, that act on a body moving through the air.
- The pilot must account for various aerodynamic forces during flight.
Variants and Related Words
Aerodynamically (adverb): In a manner related to or characterized by aerodynamics.
- The vehicle is aerodynamically superior to its competitors.
Aerodynamics (noun): The science that deals with the motion of air and other gaseous fluids, and the forces acting on bodies in motion relative to such fluids.
- She studied aerodynamics in university.
Synonyms
- Streamlined: Designed to offer minimum resistance to fluid flow.
- Sleek: Smooth and glossy, often implying an efficient, aerodynamic shape.
Antonyms
- Blunt: Having a broad or rounded end; not sharp, often creating more drag.
- Ungainly: Lacking grace or ease of movement; awkward, often not aerodynamic.
Adjective
- designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow
- a streamlined convertible
- of or relating to aerodynamics