passenger plane
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈpæsɪndʒər pleɪn/
Definition
A large aircraft specifically designed and equipped to transport people, rather than cargo, from one location to another, typically for commercial travel.
Examples
The new passenger plane model boasts improved fuel efficiency and quieter engines.
Security checks are always more stringent for passenger planes departing from international terminals.
How to Use passenger plane
- board a passenger plane (collocation)
- To get onto a passenger plane before a flight. — "We need to hurry if we want to board our passenger plane on time."
- fly on a passenger plane (collocation)
- To travel by means of a passenger plane. — "Many people prefer to fly on a passenger plane for long distances rather than drive."
- a fleet of passenger planes (collocation)
- A group of passenger planes owned by an airline. — "The airline is investing in a new fleet of passenger planes to expand its routes."
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