fairing

Meanings

• A covering for the sides and cockpit of a boat to protect against wind and rain.

  - "The fairing on this sailboat is made of fiberglass."
  - "During a storm at sea, the captain ordered the crew to secure the fairing on the ship."

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Synonyms

streamline

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with fairing
faring , caring , sharing

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Homophones

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1. Fairing (n) (en) : A covering for the sides and cockpit of a boat to protect against wind and rain.
   

2. Fairing (v) (en) : To prepare or improve something, particularly a surface, so that it is smooth, even, and ready for use.
   

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Variants

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fairing , fairings , fair , faired , fairs

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Forms

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{"term"=>"Adjectival form", "description"=>"The adjectival form of a fairing refers to the form that describes or modifies the meaning of a noun or pronoun, by providing additional information about the noun or pronoun. In the context of fairings, the adjectival form is used to describe the various properties and characteristics of fairings, such as their shape, size, texture, color, and durability."}

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Etymology

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Old English fægering, from fæger, beautiful, fine.

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Trivia

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1. {"fact"=>"The term 'fairing' originally comes from the Old English word 'fægering', which means 'beautiful-making' or 'smoothing-out'."}

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Related Concepts

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1. Sailing terminology: Sailing terminology refers to the specialized language used to describe various aspects of sailing, such as the parts of a sailboat, the sailing techniques and maneuvers, the weather conditions and their effects on sailing, and the various regulations and safety guidelines that apply to sailing.

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Culture

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[{"term"=>"Maritime art", "description"=>"Maritime art refers to visual art that depicts or is related to ships, boats, seascapes, marine life, and maritime activities. This art form has a rich history and has been influenced by various cultures, including European, Asian, and American."}]

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