fairings

/ˈfɛrɪŋz/
noun
  1. A structure added to a vehicle (such as an aircraft, motorcycle, or bicycle) to reduce drag by smoothing airflow.
    • The motorcycle's fairings were painted bright red to match the frame.
    • The bicycle's carbon fiber fairings helped the rider cut through the wind more easily.
    • Engineers designed new fairings for the race car to improve its speed.
  2. Gifts, souvenirs, or treats bought at a fair or festival.
    • She collected handmade fairings from every festival she visited.
    • The children came home from the county fair with bags of fairings like candy and toys.
    • The table was covered with colorful fairings: ribbons, small crafts, and baked goods.
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