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chairoplane

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chair·​o·​plane
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Definition of chairoplane

: an amusement park device usually for children consisting of a high revolving wheel from which seats hang on chains that swing out when the wheel revolves

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History and Etymology for chairoplane

blend of chair entry 1 and aeroplane

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“Chairoplane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chairoplane. Accessed 10 Aug. 2022.

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