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hydrofoils
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a fast boat fitted with winglike structures beneath the hull that lift it above the water's surface at high speed
- The hydrofoil glided smoothly over the waves.
- We traveled to the island on a hydrofoil.
- Hydrofoils are known for their high-speed performance.
- The hydrofoil's design reduces drag for faster travel.
- Our vacation included a thrilling ride on a hydrofoil.
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a submerged surface, typically a flat or curved metal plate, designed to lift a vessel or object as it moves through water
- The yacht's hydrofoils generate lift, allowing it to "fly" above the waves.
- Engineers studied how the hydrofoil's shape affected hydrodynamic efficiency.
- Damaged hydrofoils reduced the vessel's stability at high speed.
- The prototype used adjustable hydrofoils to control lift and drag.
- The aircraft's floats were fitted with small hydrofoils for smoother takeoff.
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