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Glide ratio
Noun
Word Frequency:
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Definitions
1.
Noun
The instantaneous ratio of horizontal speed to rate of fall for a glider.
2.
Noun
The maximum ratio of horizontal speed to rate of fall that a glider can maintain.
Synonyms
lift-to-drag ratio
gliding
glide path
glidepath
gear ratio
rate-of-climb indicator
sideslip
rate of climb
gravity drop
rate of climb indicator
variometer
load factor
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