The tail
Example: Tail stabilizes aircraft during flight
Definition
"The tail" refers to the rear part of an aircraft that provides stability and control during flight, helping to balance the plane and assist with steering and maneuvering.
Etymology
The term "the tail" originates from Old English 'tægl,' meaning the rear appendage of an animal, which was adopted in aviation to describe the back section of an aircraft due to its similar position and function in providing balance.
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"The tail" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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