aerodynamic lift

Definitions of aerodynamic lift
  1. noun
    the component of the aerodynamic forces acting on an airfoil that opposes gravity
    synonyms: lift
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    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)
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