hydrofoil

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Noun 1.3.1 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

hydro- +‎ foil

[edit] Pronunciation

• (Aus) IPA: /ˈhɑeˌdrəʉ.foɪl/
• (US) IPA: /ˈhaɪˌdroʊ.foɪl/

[edit] Noun

hydrofoil (plural hydrofoils)

1. (nautical) A wing attached to the hull of a ship that raises it out of the water when travelling at speed and thus reduces drag.
2. (nautical) A vessel equipped with such a device.

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