fair|ing

fair|ing
fair|ing1 «FAIR ihng», noun.
an outer structure or surface of an aircraft or ship which reduces air or water resistance.
[< fair1, verb + -ing1]
fair|ing2 «FAIR ihng», noun. Archaic.
1. a present given at or brought from a fair: »

Fairings were what would now be called souvenirs—ribbons, trinkets, and cakes cut into the form of animals (Edward J. Lee).

2. any present or gift.
[< fair2 + -ing1]

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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