Sir Frank Whittle

Definitions of Sir Frank Whittle
  1. noun
    English aeronautical engineer who invented the jet aircraft engine (1907-1996)
    synonyms: Frank Whittle, Whittle
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    aeronautical engineer
    an engineer concerned with the design and construction of aircraft
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