Seaplane (Verb)
Meaning
Glide on the water in a hydroplane.
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The pilot expertly maneuvered the aircraft to seaplane on the calm lake surface before takeoff.
- Despite the rough conditions, the pilot managed to seaplane the plane for a short distance before lifting off into the air.
- Seaplane the aircraft gently, then apply gentle power to begin lifting off the water.
- Her instructor taught her how to properly seaplane the plane before advancing to more complex maneuvers.
- The key to seaplaning is maintaining the right amount of speed to generate enough lift without bouncing off the water's surface.