contrail: Meaning and Definition of

con•trail

Pronunciation: (kon'trāl), [key]
— n.
  1. a visible condensation of water droplets or ice crystals from the atmosphere, occurring in the wake of an aircraft, rocket, or missile under certain conditions. Also called
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