longeron — meaning in English

English meaning

• spar noun A strong pole used as a mast, boom, or similar support on a ship or aircraft.

Senses

longeron is used for these senses in English:

• longeron A thin strip of wood or metal, to which the skin of an aircraft is fastened.
• spar (aeronautics) A beam-like structural member that supports ribs in an aircraft wing or other airfoil.

spar — full definition

1. noun A strong pole used as a mast, boom, or similar support on a ship or aircraft.
2. verb To practice fighting or boxing, typically without full force.
3. verb To argue or exchange words in a light, back-and-forth way.

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