jetliner
UK: ˈdʒɛtˌlaɪnə | US: ˈdʒɛtˌlaɪnər
n. a large passenger aircraft powered by jet engines.
jetliner = jet<high-speed aircraft> + liner<large passenger ship/aircraft>
- jet: Derived from the verb "jet" (to spout or propel forcefully), later applied to jet engines due to their high-speed exhaust streams. The term "jet" for aircraft emerged in the mid-20th century.
- liner: Originally referred to large passenger ships (e.g., ocean liners), later extended to commercial aircraft with scheduled routes.
Etymology Origin:
The word "jetliner" combines "jet" (highlighting the modern propulsion technology) with "liner" (emphasizing its role in mass passenger transport). It reflects the post-WWII era when jet engines revolutionized aviation, replacing slower propeller-driven "airliners." The term mirrors the linguistic pattern of "airliner" but updates it with the cutting-edge technology of the time.
The new jetliner reduced travel time between continents by half.
Passengers boarded the jetliner for its inaugural transatlantic flight.
The airline announced plans to modernize its fleet with fuel-efficient jetliners.
Engine noise from the jetliner echoed across the runway.
The jetliner's design prioritized both speed and passenger comfort.