Nacelle
(noun)
- A streamlined housing that contains an aircraft engine, typically mounted above or below the wing.
- A streamlined housing that contains some other mechanical or electrical equipment, typically mounted on the side of a wind turbine.
Origin:
The word nacelle comes from the french word "nacelle" which means a small boat or boat-shaped object. it was first used in the late 19th century, in reference to the streamlined housing of an aircraft engine.
Examples:
- The airplane's nacelle was painted bright red, making it easy to spot on the runway.
- The nacelle of the wind turbine was designed to minimize wind resistance and maximize power generation.
- The plane's nacelle was damaged in the accident, and had to be replaced.
- The nacelle of the wind turbine was designed to be easily accessible for maintenance.
- The nacelle of the plane was designed to reduce drag and improve the plane's aerodynamics.