Definitions

1. noun

An aircraft that takes off and lands on water, typically with the use of floats or a pontoon.

“The hydroplane sped across the lake, creating a large wave.”

2. verb

To ride or glide on the surface of water, often at high speed, especially in a hydroplane.

“The skier tried to hydroplane across the frozen lake.”

3. verb

To cause (a vehicle) to lose traction and slide on a surface, especially a road.

“The car hydroplaned on the wet pavement and almost crashed.”