warplane

noun

war·​plane ˈwȯr-ˌplān How to pronounce warplane (audio)
Synonyms of warplanenext
: a military airplane
specifically : one armed for combat

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Saudi Arabia has one of the world’s most expensive and sophisticated arsenals, filled with American warplanes, missile defenses and other cutting-edge technology. — NBC news, 13 Oct. 2026 But in July, warplanes struck Sanaa airport to prevent an Iranian plane with Houthi officials from landing. — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026 In recent years, Beijing has increased its military pressure on the island, sending warplanes and military ships near it almost daily. — ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026 An official confirmed that Israel had scrambled warplanes, fearing a hijacking. — Arkansas Online, 1 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for warplane

Word History

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of warplane was in 1910

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“Warplane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/warplane. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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