Dégivrage
Example: Le dégivrage des ailes est essentiel avant le décollage en hiver.
Definition
"Dégivrage" refers to the process of removing ice or frost from aircraft surfaces, especially wings, to ensure safe flight operations. It is a critical procedure performed before takeoff in winter conditions to prevent ice accumulation that can affect the aircraft's performance and safety.
Etymology
The word "dégivrage" comes from the French verb "dégivrer," which means to defrost or de-ice. It combines the prefix "dé-" indicating removal, with "givre," meaning frost or ice. Did you know? This term specifically gained importance with the rise of aviation, as ice buildup on wings posed serious risks to early pilots.
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"Dégivrage" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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