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flightcraft en · NOUN · etymology 1

Etymology

From flight + -craft (skill).

Meanings

  1. (uncountable) The ability, skill, or art of flying.
    • In other words, we must hone our skills of flightcraft to a new level of efficiency. 2006, Eric Begbie, A Waterfowler's Bedside Book:

Translations (1)

fi lentotaito (ability, skill or art of flying)

flightcraft en · NOUN · etymology 2

Etymology

From flight + -craft (vehicle).

Meanings

  1. (rare) An aircraft, especially one in motion or flight.
    • I use the phrase " flightcraft " rather than " aircraft," because flightcraft implies motion. Our structures are commonly known as... flightcraft. 1930, United States. Congress. House. Committee on Patents, Hearnings:

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