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oleo en · NOUN · etymology 1

Etymology

Ellipsis of oleo strut.

Meanings

  1. A type of energy-absorbing landing gear strut in which sudden compression or extension of the strut causes a gas-filled chamber to push or pull a piston which forces oil through a small orifice, resulting in absorption of energy through viscous effects.
    • If the oil leaks out of the oleos, they won't be able to cushion the aircraft against a hard landing.

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oleo en · NOUN · etymology 2

Etymology

From oleum (“olive oil”).

Meanings

  1. (US, uncountable, usually) The various fats and oils that go into the making of margarine.

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