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Word: Sailplaning

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Sailplaning is the activity of flying a glider, which is a type of aircraft that does not have an engine. Instead, it relies on rising air currents to stay in the air.

Explanation:

When people go sailplaning, they typically take off from a hill or a runway and then glide through the air. The pilot controls the glider and uses the wind to help them stay up longer. It’s a peaceful and exciting way to fly!

Usage Instructions:

• Use "sailplaning" when talking about the sport or activity of flying a glider.
• It can be used in both casual conversations and more formal discussions about aviation.

Example Sentence:

• "Last weekend, I went sailplaning for the first time and it was an amazing experience soaring above the mountains."

Advanced Usage:

In advanced contexts, you might talk about "cross-country sailplaning," which involves flying long distances in a glider, and requires skill in navigation and understanding weather patterns.

Word Variants:

• Sailplane (noun): The actual glider used in sailplaning.
• Sailplane pilot (noun): A person who flies a sailplane.

Different Meaning:

While "sailplaning" specifically refers to flying a glider, it can sometimes be confused with "sailing," which refers to traveling on water using a sail, but they are different activities.

Synonyms:

• Gliding (though "gliding" can also refer to other forms of flying)
• Soaring (often used in a more general sense about flying)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There aren't specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "sailplaning," but you can use phrases like: - "Take to the skies" to mean flying in general. - "Fly high" can be used metaphorically to mean achieving success.

Summary:

"Sailplaning" is a fun and adventurous activity that allows people to enjoy flying without the noise and speed of an engine.

Academic

Noun

1. the activity of flying a glider

Synonyms

• glide
• gliding
• soaring
• sailing