oleo
nounEtymology From oleum (“olive oil”).
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US, Usually The various fats and oils that go into the making of margarine.
oleo
nounEtymology Ellipsis of oleo strut.
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Aeronautics, Aerospace, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A type of energy-absorbing landing gear strut in which sudden compression or extension of the strut causes a gas-filled chamber to push or pull a piston which forces oil through a small orifice, resulting in absorption of energy through viscous effects.
- If the oil leaks out of the oleos, they won't be able to cushion the aircraft against a hard landing.