What does FLAPS mean?

Flaps

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: The movable parts on the trailing edge of an airplane wing that can be lowered to increase lift or drag.
• Verb: To wave or flutter rapidly or noisily.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /flæps/
• UK: /flæps/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "flaps" originated in the mid-17th century, from the Dutch word "flappen" which means to clap or slap. In aviation, "flaps" refer to the movable parts on the trailing edge of an airplane wing that can be lowered to increase lift or drag. The verb form of "flaps" is used to describe the rapid or noisy waving or fluttering of something, such as a flag or a birds wings.

5. Synonyms:

• Noun: Ailerons, spoilers, slats
• Verb: Flutter, wave, wag

6. Related Words:

• Flags
• Clasp
• Plays
• Craps
• Strap

7. Example Sentences:

• The pilot lowered the flaps to increase lift.
• The bird flapped its wings and flew away.