refan Meaning & Definition
What Does Refan Mean?
Refan is a verb that means To fan again: To spread again. To cause air to blow on again. To revive or reinvigorate. To winnow again. It is also used to mean To spread again. As a noun, it means An airplane engine that has been refanned.
Word Facts for Refan
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Plural | refans |
| Verb forms | refans, refanning, refanned |
Refan Definition (Verb)
- To fan again: To spread again. To cause air to blow on again. To revive or reinvigorate. To winnow again.
- To spread again.
- To cause air to blow on again.
- To revive or reinvigorate.
- To winnow again.
- To retrofit an airplane engine with a turbofan that reduces noise.
Refan as a Noun
- An airplane engine that has been refanned.
Synonyms of Refan
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Refan synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
refan (third-person singular simple present refans, present participle refanning, simple past and past participle refanned)
refan (plural refans)
Origin of Refan
From re- + fan.
Frequently Asked Questions About Refan
Is refan a verb or a noun?
Refan is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the plural of refan?
The plural of refan is refans.
What is the past tense of refan?
The past tense of refan is refanned. The present participle is refanning.