vane
Plural
vanes
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a flat or curved object, often made of metal or plastic, designed to catch or direct airflow, typically used in weather vanes, turbines, or aircraft
- The weather vane on top of the barn indicated the wind direction.
- Wind turbines use vanes to capture wind energy and convert it into electricity.
- The aircraft's vane adjusted automatically to maintain stable flight.
- The windmill's vane rotated to face the prevailing wind for maximum efficiency.
- Meteorologists analyze vane readings to predict weather patterns accurately.
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the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft
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flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water
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a fin attached to the tail of an arrow, bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it