FAIRING


Meaning of FAIRING in English

I. ˈfa(a)riŋ, ˈfer- noun

( -s )

Etymology: fair (V) + -ing

Britain : a present, cake or sweet, or souvenir purchased at a fair

a fairing to be bought for those at home — Flora Thompson

II. noun

( -s )

Etymology: from gerund of fair (III)

: a member or structure the primary function of which is to produce a smooth outline and to reduce drag or head resistance (as on an airplane)

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