fighter jet

American

[fahy-ter jet] / ˈfaɪ tər ˌdʒɛt /

noun

a jet aircraft designed and equipped for combat.

Example Sentences

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"At first we heard a dull noise and thought it was a fighter jet."

From Barron's

The Indian government’s decision to upgrade its fighter jet fleet may signal its belated recognition of the scale of the threats it faces.

From The Wall Street Journal

In September 2025, the head of Dassault Aviation, Eric Trappier, said his firm could build the future European fighter jet by itself.

From Barron's

Faury said that if a two‑fighter‑jet solution were possible, it could be an opportunity for other partners to join the programme.

From Barron's

A multibillion dollar fighter jet deal is also on the table -- with officials travelling with Macron expressing confidence that a contract for India to buy 114 Rafale aircraft can be finalised.

From Barron's

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