nosewheel

/ˈnoʊswiːl/

Definitions

1. noun

The wheel at the front of an aircraft, especially a small plane, that serves as a landing gear

“The pilot carefully maneuvered the plane onto the runway, its nosewheel absorbing the impact of the landing.”

Synonyms

  • front wheel
  • pneumatic tire

Antonyms

  • rear wheel
  • tail wheel