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trim

trim

8 9.0
The angle or balance of a plane that makes it fly steadily
  • noun
  • /trɪm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : compensación
  • Just moving the little trim tab builds a low pressure that pulls the rudder around.
  • adjust the trim
  • trim tabs
  • trim wheel

Examples

  • Steady, watch the trim.

    Short Circuit 2 (1988)

  • Ship in trim but rising slightly.

    The Hindenburg (1975)

  • Did you correct that nose-heavy trim before opening air brakes?

    The Sound Barrier (1952)

  • Captain, trim satisfactory at periscope depth.

    Hell and High Water (1954)

  • The pilot adjusted the aircraft's trim to ensure a smooth flight.

  • During the flight check, the engineer confirmed that the trim was properly set for optimal performance.

  • If the trim is off, the plane may nose-dive or climb unexpectedly.

Synonyms

orientation
vstrim
26 3.9

The position or direction of something, for example on a map

is a specific aircraft natural position when controls are neutral
attitude
vstrim
  • Specialized
14 8.1

The position of a plane or spacecraft compared to the horizon

is the craft's natural orientation when controls are neutral

Compounds

fighting trim
  • Informal
1 7.5

In very good condition and ready for action

Surface Forms

trim singular
trims plural

Etymology

The noun trim meaning the balanced position of a plane comes from the idea of balance used by sailors and builders, from old Norse trimma meaning 'to set in order'. So an aircraft's trim is its steady attitude when everything is balanced.