aerodynamic
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5.8
- adjective
- /ˌɛəroʊdaɪˈnæmɪk/
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aerodinámico
- The vehicles of the future will be highly aerodynamic in shape.
- aerodynamic drag
- aerodynamic design
- aerodynamic shape
Another thing this really depends on is how aerodynamic the object is.
- Another thing this really depends on is how aerodynamic the object is.
- There are many types of levitation from magnetic, electromagnetic to aerodynamic levitation.
- So what was going on there that, you know, elevated your understanding of of being optimally aerodynamic?
- And I would also educate the people about the aerodynamic design, which would then lead to the invention of the airplane wing.
- Manual transmission, exciting aerodynamic shape, cool digital dash display, two seat layout, and the car is the original Honda Insight.
- God damn, an aerodynamic piss and I'd be like, damn, it's still going.
Examples
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This bike has a light-weight, space-age carbon frame and handlebars positioned to put the rider in a more aerodynamic posture.
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Cheng Xu has made important contributions to aerodynamic design as an engineer and educator.
Academic text (2005) -
All we need to do is make something that has similar aerodynamic properties.
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Another thing this really depends on is how aerodynamic the object is.
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What is really cool is that a disc is way, way more aerodynamic than a sphere.
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After World War II, interest in wind tunnels for high-speed aerodynamic research increased.
Academic text (2003) -
The Galant is built with increased dimensions throughout, is more aerodynamic, and is available in four models.
Academic text (1993) -
A smooth finish was needed in order to decrease aerodynamic drag and skin irritation.
Academic text (1993) -
The new sports car features an aerodynamic design that allows it to cut through the air with ease.
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To achieve maximum speed, the aircraft was built with aerodynamic shapes to reduce air resistance.
Synonyms
26
3.7
Shaped smoothly to move quickly through air or water
2
4.5
A shape that lets something move smoothly through air or water, like a dolphin
Compounds
- Specialized
A push or pull from air on something moving through it, for example lift and drag on a wing
How Aerodynamic
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word aerodynamic comes from aero- meaning 'air' and dynamic meaning 'movement' or 'force', so think of 'air movement' around a shape. That's why something aerodynamic has a form that lets air flow past it easily, reducing wind resistance and helping it move more smoothly.