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Slipstream Definition & Meaning

slipstream
noun
  1. the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller

"Slipstream" in song lyrics

See how slipstream is used in real songs:

  • "I was fifteen, caught in a slipstream"
    Muph & Plutonic — Voice Box

Usage tips for "slipstream"

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Frequently asked questions

What does slipstream mean?
the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller
What part of speech is slipstream?
Slipstream is a noun.

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