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Dive Brake

Noun:

A mechanical device installed on an aircraft to reduce its speed or maintain a controlled descent during a dive.

Sample Sentence:

The fighter jet deployed its dive brake to slow down rapidly before landing on the aircraft carrier.

Verb:

To activate or utilize the dive brake mechanism on an aircraft.

Sample Sentence:

The pilot decided to dive brake to increase the aircraft's maneuverability during the aerial combat.

Adjective:

Referring to something popular or well-known locally.

Sample Sentence:

The dive brake maneuver is a popular aerobatic technique among local airshow performers.

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