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aerodynamic lift

DEFINITIONS OF: aerodynamic lift

1

n the component of the aerodynamic forces acting on an airfoil that opposes gravity

Synonyms:
lift
Types:
ground effect
apparent increase in aerodynamic lift experienced by an aircraft flying close to the ground
Type of:
aerodynamic force
forces acting on airfoils in motion relative to the air (or other gaseous fluids)
Launch
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