La queue
Example: La queue de l'avion s'est détachée pendant le vol.
Definition
"La queue" in aviation refers to the tail section of an aircraft, which includes structures like the vertical and horizontal stabilizers. It plays a crucial role in maintaining stability and control during flight, as in the example phrase: 'La queue de l'avion s'est détachée pendant le vol.'
Etymology
The French term "la queue" literally means 'the tail' and originates from Latin 'coda,' which also means tail. In aviation, it metaphorically extends to the rear part of an aircraft, similar to how an animal's tail follows its body. Did you know that "queue" in French is used broadly for anything trailing or following behind?
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"La queue" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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