Example: Flaps adjust wing shape to control lift during flight
Definition
"The flaps" are movable panels on the wings of an aircraft that adjust the wing's shape, helping to control lift and drag during different phases of flight such as takeoff and landing.
The term "the flaps" comes from the word 'flap,' which originally meant a piece of material that covers or hangs loosely. In aviation, it was adopted to describe wing parts that 'flap' or move to alter the airflow, enhancing the plane's performance during critical flight moments.
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"The flaps" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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