flapless

/ˈflæpləs/
adjective
  1. Without a flap or flaps; having no loose or hinged piece of material.
    • The tent's flapless entrance made it easy to get in and out.
    • The flapless design of the pocket keeps the wallet slim.
    • He preferred a flapless envelope for a clean, modern look.
  2. Describing an aircraft that is flying without using its flaps.
    • The pilot performed a flapless landing to test the emergency procedures.
    • In a flapless approach, the plane comes in faster than usual.
    • The training exercise required a flapless takeoff.
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