noun
- Plural of hydroski; skis or runners attached to an aircraft or boat to enable it to land on or take off from water.
Usage: Usually used in plural form; Technical/aviation term
Examples
- The seaplane was equipped with hydroskis instead of wheels for landing on lakes.
- Hydroskis allow amphibious aircraft to operate from water surfaces.
- The pilot extended the hydroskis as the plane approached the river.
- Modern hydroskis are designed to reduce drag and improve water handling.