Word: slat
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: slat
Definition: A movable control surface at the leading edge of a wing that when moved, changes the chord line of the airfoil, affecting the angle of attack. Employed in conjunction with flaps to allow for a lower stall speed in the landing attitude, facilitating slow flight.
Morphemes:
Affix: slat
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A movable control surface at the leading edge of a wing that when moved, changes the chord line of the airfoil, affecting the angle of attack. Employed in conjunction with flaps to allow for a lower stall speed in the landing attitude, facilitating slow flight.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: esclat
Language: fro
Decoded: esclat
PoS: Noun
Meaning: shard (broken piece of material)