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bowplane

A surface, usually horizontal, near the bow of a marine vessel, used for stability or control

Pronunciation: say bowplane

Meaning

A horizontal fin or plane on the side of a submarine, used to control its depth and pitch.

Example

The submarine adjusted its bowplane to maintain a steady depth while navigating through the currents.

The submarine adjusted its bowplane to maintain a steady depth while navigating through the currents.

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