Biplane
(noun)
- An aircraft with two main wing planes one above the other.
- An aircraft design with two wings.
Origin:
The word 'biplane' originated in the early 20th century and is derived from the prefix 'bi' meaning two and the word 'plane' meaning a flat surface or an aircraft.
Examples:
- The biplane was used extensively for military purposes during World War I.
- The biplane was an early form of aircraft that was used for transportation and aerial reconnaissance.
- The biplane was designed with a single engine that powered both propellers.
- The biplane was considered to be a technological marvel when it was first introduced.
- The biplane had limited speed and range compared to modern aircraft, but it was a significant step forward in aviation technology.