hangar
UK: ˈhæŋ.ə | US: ˈhæŋ.ɚ
n. a large building for housing aircraft or other vehicles
n. a sheltered area for storage or repair
The word "hangar" originates from French, where it originally referred to a shed or shelter for horses. It evolved to describe aircraft storage structures in the early 20th century. The morpheme "hang" reflects the idea of suspending or sheltering, while the suffix "-ar" denotes a place or structure. The transition from equestrian to aviation use highlights the adaptability of language to technological advancements.
The airplane was safely stored in the hangar overnight.
The mechanics worked inside the hangar to repair the helicopter.
A storm damaged the roof of the aircraft hangar.
The military base has several hangars for its fighter jets.
They converted an old hangar into a event space.