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Rarehydrofoil
The correct spelling is hydrofoil.
How to pronounce hydrofoil
noun
IPA: /ˈhɑe.dɹəˌfoɪl/
Say it like: Hyd-rof-oyl
The correct spelling is hydrofoil. A wing attached to the hull of a ship that raises it out of the water when travelling at speed and thus reduces drag.
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Definition
noun
- 1.A wing attached to the hull of a ship that raises it out of the water when travelling at speed and thus reduces drag.
- 2.A vessel equipped with such a device.
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