word
glide ratio
GLYD RAY-shee-oh
ɡlaɪd ˈreɪʃioʊListen
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Syllable breakdown
glideratio
Dictionary meaning
The ratio of horizontal distance travelled to altitude lost in a glider or unpowered aircraft; a measure of aerodynamic efficiency.
Common mispronunciations
GLYD RAY-shohGLYD RAT-ee-oh
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