fanjet
/ˈfænˌdʒɛt/
noun
- A type of jet engine that uses a large fan to push air around the core, making it more efficient and quieter; also called a turbofan.
- The fanjet's design reduces noise compared to older jet engines.
- Most modern airliners use fanjet engines because they are fuel-efficient.
- Engineers are working on a new fanjet that burns less fuel.
- An aircraft powered by a fanjet engine.
- The military uses a fast fanjet for reconnaissance missions.
- They boarded a sleek fanjet for their transatlantic flight.
- The airport's newest fanjet can carry over 300 passengers.
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