Definition

Proper noun: * Charles Lindbergh: An American aviator famous for completing the first solo, nonstop transatlantic flight in 1927, flying from New York to Paris in his monoplane, the Spirit of St. Louis.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Charles Lindbergh became an international hero after his historic flight.
  • The biography details the life and achievements of Charles Lindbergh.
  • Charles Lindbergh's flight demonstrated the potential of long-distance air travel.

Advanced Usage

• "The Lindbergh flight": A common historical reference to the 1927 transatlantic journey.
  • The Lindbergh flight captured the imagination of the entire world.
• "Lindbergh's legacy": Refers to his lasting impact on aviation and popular culture.
  • The museum exhibit explores Lindbergh's legacy as a pioneer.

Variants and Related Words

• Lindy (n): A popular nickname for Charles Lindbergh, also used in the name of a dance (the Lindy Hop) inspired by the celebration of his flight.
  • "Lucky Lindy" was a common headline in the newspapers.
• Lindberghian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Charles Lindbergh or his achievements.
  • It was a Lindberghian feat of endurance and navigation.

Synonyms

• Aviator: A person who flies an aircraft.
• Pilot: A person who operates the controls of an aircraft.
• Aeronaut: A traveler in a hot-air balloon, airship, or other aircraft (a more historical term).

Related Phrases

• The Spirit of St. Louis: The name of the custom-built, single-engine monoplane flown by Charles Lindbergh on his historic flight.
  • The Spirit of St. Louis is on display at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum.
• The Lone Eagle: A popular epithet for Charles Lindbergh, emphasizing the solitary nature of his flight.
  • Newspapers hailed the Lone Eagle upon his safe arrival in Paris.

Noun

1. United States aviator who in 1927 made the first solo nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean (1902-1974)