Entity: AFTERBURNER
AFTERBURNER is a device used in aeronautics that injects fuel into hot exhaust gases to provide extra thrust, or in slang terms, refers to a painful dump or fart following a meal of spicy food.
AFTERBURNER
Etymology
The term AFTERBURNER originates from aeronautics and is used to describe a device that injects fuel into hot exhaust gases for additional thrust.
Definition
AFTERBURNER is a device incorporated into the tailpipe of a turbojet engine for injecting fuel into the hot exhaust gases and burning it to provide extra thrust. In informal slang, AFTERBURNER also refers to a painful dump or fart following a meal of spicy food.
Historical Context
The concept of AFTERBURNER has been crucial in aeronautics, enhancing the performance of jet engines by providing supplementary thrust during certain flight conditions.
Cultural Significance
In popular culture, AFTERBURNER is often associated with high-speed aviation and advanced technology, symbolizing power and speed.
Related Concepts
AFTERBURNER is related to concepts such as jet propulsion, engine efficiency, and spicy food-induced gastrointestinal distress.
See Also
- Jet Engine
- Thrust
- Spicy Food
A device incorporated into a turbojet engine for injecting fuel into hot exhaust gases and burning it to provide additional thrust, or informally, a painful dump or fart after consuming spicy food.