Vane — synonyms, definition

1. vane (Noun)

blade weather vane weathervane web wind vane

vane (Noun) — Mechanical device attached to an elevated structure; rotates freely to show the direction of the wind.

vane (Noun) — A fin attached to the tail of an arrow, bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it.

vane (Noun) — Flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water.

vane (Noun) — The flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft.

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