fuselage
What is another word for fuselage? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The main body of an aircraft, to which the wings, tail, and engines attach, and which holds crew and cargo.
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How to use fuselage
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
aircraft fuselage
fuselage of the plane
Etymology
Borrowed from French fuselage, ultimately from Latin fusus ("spindle") — the shape of an aircraft body was compared to a spindle.
Full origin of fuselage →Frequently asked questions
What does “fuselage” mean?
The word “fuselage” means the main body of an aircraft, to which the wings, tail, and engines attach, and which holds crew and cargo. In plain terms, the main tube-shaped body of a plane, not counting the wings and tail.
How do you pronounce “fuselage”?
“Fuselage” is pronounced FYOO-zuh-lahzh (/ˈfjuːzəˌlɑːʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fuselage” in a sentence?
Here is “fuselage” used in a sentence: “Engineers inspected the fuselage for cracks after the flight.”
What part of speech is “fuselage”?
“Fuselage” is a noun.
Where does the word “fuselage” come from?
The word “fuselage” comes from Latin. Borrowed from French fuselage, ultimately from Latin fusus ("spindle") — the shape of an aircraft body was compared to a spindle.
Is “fuselage” a common word?
“Fuselage” is an uncommon word in modern English.
