Vane
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft
Framework senses
- §1
- the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft
- §2
- flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water
- §3
- a fin attached to the tail of an arrow, bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it
- §4
- mechanical device attached to an elevated structure