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ˈhover-height Also hoverheight. [f. hover v.1 + height n.] The distance separating the underside of a hovercraft (either stationary or in motion) from the surface below it when the vehicle is supported on its air-cushion.
1959Times 2 Sept. 11/6 Even quite small Hovercraft can have a hover-height of several feet. 1961New Scientist 2 Feb. 266/3 The installation of the second engine..reduced the ‘hoverheight’ by 2½ inches to 8 inches. 1962Hovering Craft & Hydrofoil Oct. 13/1 In rough conditions, speed can be reduced and the hover-height increased to give adequate wave clearance. 1967Jane's Surface Skimmer Systems 1967–68 44/1 Its hover height can be varied to a maximum of three feet, depending on loading. |