Rudder (Noun)
Meaning 1
A hinged vertical airfoil mounted at the tail of an aircraft and used to make horizontal course changes.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The pilot made a gentle turn by moving the rudder to the left, using the aircraft's ailerons and rudder in combination.
- During pre-flight checks, the crew inspected the rudder to ensure it was properly secured and functioning correctly.
- As the aircraft taxied down the runway, the rudder helped the pilot maintain directional control and keep the plane on course.
- In an emergency, the pilot might need to use the rudder to counteract a loss of lift or directional control due to engine failure.
- After a series of hard landings, the aircraft's rudder showed signs of wear and needed to be replaced during scheduled maintenance.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
(nautical) steering mechanism consisting of a hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern of a vessel.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.