fanjet

/ˈfænˌdʒɛt/
noun
  1. 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.
  2. 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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