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hydrofoil in WordNet English dictionary
noun- a device consisting of a flat or curved piece (as a metal plate) so that its surface reacts to the water it is passing through
"the fins of a fish act as hydrofoils"
hydrofoil foil
- a speedboat that is equipped with winglike structures that lift it so that it skims the water at high speeds
"the museum houses a replica of the jet hydroplane that broke the record"
hydrofoil hydroplane
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hydrofoil in English Wiktionary
- (noun) (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.
- (noun) (nautical) A vessel equipped with such a device.
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