Example: A aba do vestido estava delicadamente bordada com flores.
Definition
"A aba" in the context of air transport and aviation refers to a flap or extension on the wing or control surface of an aircraft, designed to improve lift or control during flight. It helps in managing airflow and enhancing the aircraft's performance.
Translations
the hem
el dobladillo
de zoom
la vora
l'ourlet
der Saum
la balza
Etymology
The term "a aba" in Portuguese originates from the Latin word 'apex,' meaning tip or summit. Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to mean a flap or projecting edge, which fits its use in aviation for parts like wing flaps that extend from the main structure.
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