De-icing
Example: De-icing van vliegtuigen is essentieel bij koude weersomstandigheden.
Definition
"De-icing" refers to the process of removing ice or frost from airplanes to ensure safe operation, especially in cold weather conditions. It involves applying chemicals or heat to prevent ice buildup on critical surfaces such as wings and engines.
Etymology
The term "de-icing" combines the prefix 'de-' meaning removal or reversal, with 'icing,' which relates to the formation of ice. It originated in the aviation industry as a practical solution to address ice accumulation on aircraft surfaces, crucial for flight safety.
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"De-icing" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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