aircraft
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Any machine capable of flight, including planes and helicopters.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
plane
airplane
Usage notes
The plural form is the same as the singular, "aircraft," not "aircrafts."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The airport can handle several large _____ at once."
Answer: aircraft
In your own words, what does "aircraft" mean?
Any machine capable of flight, including planes and helicopters.
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