downwash
downwash · downwashes
Downward air turbulence caused by a propeller or jet, but especially by helicopter bladesDownward air turbulence caused by a propeller or jet, but especially by helicopter blades
Meaning
2 sensesDownward air turbulence caused by a propeller or jet, but especially by helicopter blades
The downward motion of air as a result of eddies behind a wing or chimney, etc.
Forms
plural: downwashes| Singular | downwash |
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Antonyms
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