Arrestors

/əˈrɛstərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of arrestor; multiple stopping devices or people, especially in technical contexts.

Etymology

Plural of arrestor following standard -s pluralization. Maintains the -or variant spelling in the plural form.

Kelly Says

In aviation, 'arrestors' (specifically arresting cables) are critical safety equipment on aircraft carriers—they're literally the difference between landing and overshooting into the ocean.

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