seaplane

noun

sea·​plane ˈsē-ˌplān How to pronounce seaplane (audio)
: an airplane designed to take off from and land on the water

Examples of seaplane in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Those who are a little more daring will enjoy the Kettle Falls Hotel, a property that is only accessible by boat or seaplane. Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2024 The suit, filed in state court in Santa Clara County, alleges Brin’s $8 million twin-engine seaplane was improperly outfitted with an auxiliary fuel tank that malfunctioned several hours into the May 20 flight, forcing an emergency return to California. Rachel Graf, Fortune, 21 Feb. 2024 Isle Royale's isolated location requires more effort to get to, requiring a boat or seaplane. Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 29 Feb. 2024 Ferry and seaplane service typically runs from mid-May through the end of September, according to NPS. Cnn.com, The Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2024 The makeover added a land-to-lock experiences via helicopter or seaplane, a modern new wing (that includes oversized balconies with loch-facing views), a luxe Leisure Club, a sprawling spa, and even a cinema. Michelle Gross, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2023 Keep in mind that the park is only accessible by boat or seaplane. Emma Janssen, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2024 Also known as the Marine Air Terminal, this funky art deco building was once used for seaplanes and contains the largest WPA mural ever painted. Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2024 With current seaplane journeys averaging just over 50 miles, Lithun says the genre is ripe for an electric solution. Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 20 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seaplane was in 1913

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“Seaplane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seaplane. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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seaplane

noun
sea·​plane ˈsē-ˌplān How to pronounce seaplane (audio)
: an airplane designed to take off from and land on the water
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