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air·frame  (ârfrm)
n.
The structure of an aircraft, such as an airplane, helicopter, or rocket, exclusive of its power plant.

airframe [ˈɛəˌfreɪm]
n
(Engineering / Aeronautics) the body of an aircraft, excluding its engines
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Noun1.airframe - the framework and covering of an airplane or rocket (excluding the engines)airframe - the framework and covering of an airplane or rocket (excluding the engines)
framework - a structure supporting or containing something
Translations
airframe [ˈɛəfreɪm] Narmazón m or f (de avión)


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