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Vane
01
a flat or curved object, often made of metal or plastic, designed to catch or direct airflow, typically used in weather vanes, turbines, or aircraft
02
the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft
03
flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water
04
a fin attached to the tail of an arrow, bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it
vane
n
Example
Meteorologists analyze vane readings to predict weather patterns accurately.
The windmill's vane rotated to face the prevailing wind for maximum efficiency.
Wind turbines use vanes to capture wind energy and convert it into electricity.
The aircraft's vane adjusted automatically to maintain stable flight.
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