Desgelat
Example: El desgelat de l'avió va causar un retard important avui.
Definition
"Desgelat" refers to the process or act of removing ice or frost from an aircraft, typically before takeoff, to ensure safe and efficient flight operations. It is crucial in preventing delays and ensuring the airplane's surfaces are clear of ice.
Etymology
The word "desgelat" comes from the Catalan prefix 'des-' meaning 'undo' or 'remove,' and 'gelat,' meaning 'frozen' or 'ice.' Thus, "desgelat" literally means 'the removal of ice.' It is related to the verb 'desgelar,' which means 'to defrost' or 'to thaw.' Did you know that the concept of de-icing aircraft became especially important with the rise of commercial aviation in cold climates?
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"Desgelat" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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