The seatbelt
Example: Seatbelt secures passenger safely during flight phases
Definition
"The seatbelt" is a safety device in air travel designed to secure passengers in their seats during various phases of flight, preventing injury by restraining movement in case of turbulence or sudden stops.
Etymology
The word "seatbelt" combines "seat," referring to a place to sit, with "belt," a strip of material used for fastening or securing. The term emerged in the early 20th century as safety measures in vehicles, including aircraft, became more standardized.
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"The seatbelt" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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