[ˈʁɪçthoːfən]

Definitions

1. proper noun

a German surname, specifically the name of the World War I flying ace Manfred von Richthofen

“The famous Red Baron, a World War I fighter pilot known by the surname Richthofen, was a German hero of the time.”

2. noun

a type of German military aircraft, specifically a World War I fighter plane

“The Richthofen was an impressive biplane with impressive speed and maneuverability.”