Hangar

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Hangar

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

HANG-uh  /ˈhæŋə/

Definition

A large building or shed for housing aircraft; a large industrial building for storing or maintaining vehicles, spacecraft, or machinery.

Plain meaning

A hangar is the large building where aircraft are kept and maintained. It is specifically an aviation structure — not to be confused with hanger (for clothes).

Register

Neutral and technical in aviation contexts. Hangar is widely known in the general public through its association with airports and aircraft. The confusability with hanger makes it a frequent spelling error.