Definition of "sweptwing" [sweptwing]

• Having sweptback wings. Used of an aircraft. (adjective)
• A sweptback wing. (noun)

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• "He couldn't afford to get those sweptwing escorts mixed up with any Soviet-built types who might have wandered into the sky he was covering."
• "Occupation troops went through Germany and found masses of extremely advanced technology, much of which (Jet engine advances, guided missiles, advanced submarines, sweptwing subsonic fighters) was quickly taken back home and copied."
• "Porches, steps, verandas, balconies, patios and another extensions of the concern should be kept uncluttered, sweptwing and in beatific condition."