triplane

/ˈtraɪpleɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

An aircraft with three main wings, or a type of wing configuration with three wings.

“The air show featured a triplane performing an impressive stunt.”

2. noun

A type of glider or sailplane with three wings.

“The triplane glider soared through the air, reaching great heights.”

Synonyms

  • three-decker
  • three-winged

Antonyms

  • biplane
  • monoplane