floatplane

/ˌfloʊtˈpleɪn/
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Other forms: floatplanes

Definitions of floatplane
  1. noun
    a seaplane equipped with pontoons for landing or taking off from water
    synonyms: pontoon plane
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    type of:
    hydroplane, seaplane
    an airplane that can land on or take off from water
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