plane

//pleɪn//
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Visual representation of plane

Noun

planeSingular
planesPlural
1

An aircraft with fixed wings that is powered by propellers or jets.

The plane took off on time.

Noun

planeSingular
planesPlural
1

A flat or level surface, especially in geometry or mathematics.

In geometry, a plane extends infinitely in all directions.

2

A level of existence, thought, or development.

We need to discuss this issue on a different plane.

Noun

planeSingular
planesPlural
1

A tool with a flat blade used for smoothing or shaping wood by shaving thin layers from the surface.

He used a plane to smooth the rough surface of the wooden board.

Verb

planePresent tense
planedPast tense
planedPast participle
planingPresent participle
planesThird-person singular
1

To smooth or shape wood using a plane tool.

He planed the wooden board to make it smooth.

2

To glide or soar with minimal effort, especially of a bird or aircraft.

The eagle planed effortlessly across the sky.

Adjective

planeCanonical form
1

Completely flat or level.

The surface must be plane before you lay the tiles.

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