hydrofoil

/hɪˈdroʊfoʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A boat or aircraft that uses the principle of hydrodynamics to lift itself out of the water or to reduce drag, typically by using wings or foils.

“The hydrofoil cut through the waves, effortlessly gliding across the lake.”

2. verb

To travel using a hydrofoil.

“We decided to hydrofoil across the channel to get to the other side.”

Synonyms

  • flying boat
  • hydroplane

Antonyms

  • submarine
  • underwater vessel