Search results
1. : an external membranous process of an aquatic animal (such as a fish) used in propelling or guiding the body see fish illustration. 2. : something resembling a fin: such as. a. : hand, arm. b (1) : an appendage of a boat (such as a submarine) (2) : an airfoil attached to an airplane for directional stability. c. : flipper sense 1b. d.
fin noun [C] (FISH/AIRCRAFT) Add to word list. a thin vertical part sticking out of the body of especially a fish or an aircraft that helps balance and movement: We could see the fin of a shark as it slowly circled our boat. a fish's dorsal fin. The aircraft has a long tail fin. Don Farrall/DigitalVision/GettyImages.
Fin definition: a membranous, winglike or paddlelike organ attached to any of various parts of the body of fishes and certain other aquatic animals, used for propulsion, steering, or balancing.. See examples of FIN used in a sentence.
a thin flat part that sticks out from the body of a vehicle, an aircraft, etc., used for improving its balance and movement. Definition of fin noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
A fin is the part of a fish's body that protrudes into the water and helps it balance and move in various directions. Sharks use their dorsal fins to stabilize their bodies as they propel through the water.
A fin is a thin component or appendage attached to a larger body or structure. [1] . Fins typically function as foils that produce lift or thrust, or provide the ability to steer or stabilize motion while traveling in water, air, or other fluids. Fins are also used to increase surface areas for heat transfer purposes, or simply as ornamentation.
FIN definition: a thin, triangular part on a fish, which helps it to swim. Learn more.
