noseover

/noʊsˈoʊvər/

Definitions

1. noun

A nose dive or an intentional crash landing, typically in aviation, where the aircraft is deliberately flown into a steep descent.

“The pilot’s decision to perform a noseover during the emergency landing saved the lives of everyone on board.”

Synonyms

  • crash landing
  • nose dive

Antonyms

  • controlled descent
  • safe landing