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fairing

 
Dictionary: fair·ing1   (fâr'ĭng) pronunciation
n.
An auxiliary structure or the external surface of a vehicle, such as an aircraft, that serves to reduce drag.


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Fairing may refer to:

In aerodynamics and hydrodynamics:

  • Aircraft fairing, a structure in aircraft design used to reduce drag and improve appearance
  • Bicycle fairing, a type of fairing coverage for bicycles
  • Motorcycle fairing, a type of fairing applied to motorcycles
  • Yacht fairing, a design of yacht hull designed to displace water hydrodynamically
  • Payload fairing, a structure on a rocket-powered launch vehicle

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