biplane
/'baiplein/
Definition
Noun: - An airplane with two main supporting surfaces (wings) placed one above the other. This was a common design in the early history of aviation.
Usage
The word "biplane" is used specifically to describe and categorize a type of aircraft based on its wing configuration. It is often used in historical, technical, or enthusiast contexts to contrast with later monoplane designs.
Examples
- The Red Baron famously flew a bright red Fokker Dr.I triplane, not a biplane.
- Many pilots learned to fly in a classic biplane like the Stearman.
- The museum's collection features a beautifully restored 1917 biplane.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: The word can be used adjectivally to describe other nouns related to this aircraft type.
- The airshow featured thrilling biplane aerobatics.
- He specializes in biplane restoration.
Variants and Related Words
- Monoplane (n): An airplane with one pair of wings. This design succeeded the biplane as the standard.
- Triplane (n): An airplane with three pairs of wings stacked vertically.
Synonyms
- Twin-wing aircraft (descriptive synonym).
Antonyms
- Monoplane.
Noun
-
old fashioned airplane; has two wings one above the other
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