Definition of monoplane
: an airplane with only one main supporting surface
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Another genus, Exocoetus, has narrower pectoral and smaller pelvic fins; researchers liken them to biplanes and monoplanes (.pdf).
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First Known Use of monoplane
1907
MONOPLANE Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of monoplane for English Language Learners
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: an airplane with one set of wings
MONOPLANE Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of monoplane for Students
: an airplane with only one large wing that crosses the body
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