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anti-torque rotor

anti-torque rotor

7.7
A rotor at the tail of a helicopter that stops it from spinning
  • noun
  • /ˈæntiˌtɔrk ˈroʊtər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : rotor antitorque
  • The anti-torque rotor ensures the helicopter remains stable while hovering in place.

Examples

  • During pre-flight checks, pilots must inspect the anti-torque rotor for any signs of damage.

  • A malfunction in the anti-torque rotor can cause the helicopter to spin uncontrollably.

  • The anti-torque rotor keeps the helicopter stable during flight.

  • An anti-torque rotor is essential for maintaining control.

  • A malfunction in the anti-torque rotor can cause the helicopter to spin uncontrollably.

  • During pre-flight checks, pilots must inspect the anti-torque rotor for any signs of damage.

  • The anti-torque rotor ensures the helicopter remains stable while hovering in place.

Synonyms

tail rotor
vsanti-torque rotor
  • Specialized
4 6.8

A small spinning blade at the tail of a helicopter that keeps it from spinning

focuses on stopping the aircraft from spinning because of main blades' torque

Surface Forms

anti-torque rotor singular
anti-torque rotors plural

Morphology

anti-torque + rotor

The meaning is directly compositional: 'anti-' (against) + 'torque' (rotational force) combined with 'rotor' (a rotating part) yields 'a rotor that counteracts torque'. Although technical vocabulary, the prefix and noun combination follow regular morphological logic, so a learner who knows the constituents can infer the function.

Etymology

Anti-torque rotor combines anti (meaning 'against'), torque (a 'turning force') and rotor (a 'spinning fan'). It sits at the tail like a small fan that pushes the other way to stop the main rotor from making the helicopter spin, so it keeps the helicopter steady.