gouverne

Definitions of gouverne
  1. noun
    a hinged vertical airfoil mounted at the tail of an aircraft and used to make horizontal course changes
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    type of:
    plan de sustentation, sustentrice
    a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight
  2. noun
    a mechanism by which something is steered (especially a motor vehicle)
    synonyms: commande de direction
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    barre, gouvernail
    steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered
    direction assistée
    automotive steering where engineer power amplifies the torque applied to the steering wheel
    gouvernail
    (nautical) steering mechanism consisting of a hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern of a vessel
    gouvernail
    a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel
    type of:
    mécanique, mécanisme
    device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
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