fanjet

English

Alternative forms

• fan-jet

Etymology

From fan +‎ jet.

Noun

fanjet (plural fanjets)

1. (aviation) A turbofan engine.
2. (aviation) An airplane powered by turbofan engines.

Synonyms

• turbofan

Related terms

• propjet
• propfan
• turbojet

See also

• turboprop
• turboshaft
• gas turbine engine