Airplane
Definition
An airplane is a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces.
Analogy
Think of an airplane like a bird. Just as birds use their wings to lift off from the ground and fly through the sky, airplanes use their fixed wings to generate lift and engines for propulsion.
Related terms
Aerodynamics: The study of how air moves around objects, particularly important in designing aircrafts.
Propeller: A mechanical device for propelling an aircraft or boat, consisting of a revolving shaft with two or more broad-bladed fans.
Aviation: The operation, development, production, and use of aircraft.
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