World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesद्वि-विमान
Pronunciation / Transliteration: dvi-vimān
"पुराने ज़माने का द्वि-विमान आसमान में उड़ रहा था।"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
1 sense- 1
An fixed-wing aircraft with two main sets of wings stacked one above the other.
"The vintage biplane performed breathtaking stunts during the local air show."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Coined in English in the late 19th century, combining the Latin prefix 'bi-' meaning 'two' or 'double' with 'plane', an apocope of 'aeroplane'. It emerged during the pioneering era of aviation to describe aircraft characterized by two main wings of roughly equal chord placed one above the other.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Biplane"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Biplane" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
biplan
Transliteration: bi-plɑ̃
"Le vieux biplan a décollé de la prairie."
Doppeldecker
Transliteration: ˈdɔpəlˌdɛkɐ
"Der historische Doppeldecker flog elegant am Himmel."
biplano
Transliteration: biˈplano
"Il biplano d'epoca atterrà senza problemi."
biplano
Transliteration: biˈplano
"El piloto acrobático volaba en un biplano rojo."
biplano
Transliteration: biˈplɐnu
"O biplano clássico chamou a atenção de todos."
द्वि-विमान
Transliteration: dvi-vimān
"पुराने ज़माने का द्वि-विमान आसमान में उड़ रहा था।"
双翼机
Transliteration: shuāng yì jī
"这架双翼机是早期的飞行器之一。"
복엽기
Transliteration: bog-yeop-gi
"박물관에서 오래된 복엽기를 보았습니다."
複葉機
Transliteration: fukuyōki
"その古い複葉機は見事に空を飛んだ。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Hindi termsA barracks or building intended for the accommodation of soldiers, usually located within a fortified place.
A secondary residence owned or rented by a family or individual, used primarily for recreational purposes, holidays, or seasonal getaways.
Not producing or containing venom; incapable of injecting poison through a bite, sting, or other mechanism.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Biplane"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.