: a small wing
also
: a nearly vertical airfoil at an airplane's wingtip that reduces drag by inhibiting turbulence
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Aero winglets add stability when the throttle's open wide.
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New Atlas, 16 Apr. 2026
Its 42-foot Torpedo RS is built with a more dramatic hourglass profile, enhanced by stylish stern winglets that deliver sharper turns and a drier ride in swells.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2025
Researchers added curved tips, known as winglets, to existing turbine blades.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
The 1,200-square-foot space will serve up the restaurant's signature hot chicken sandwich, tenders, winglets and more in the coming weeks.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Mar. 2025
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New Atlas, 16 Apr. 2026
Its 42-foot Torpedo RS is built with a more dramatic hourglass profile, enhanced by stylish stern winglets that deliver sharper turns and a drier ride in swells.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2025
Researchers added curved tips, known as winglets, to existing turbine blades.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
The 1,200-square-foot space will serve up the restaurant's signature hot chicken sandwich, tenders, winglets and more in the coming weeks.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Mar. 2025
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“Winglet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winglet. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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