hydrofoil

/ˈhɑe.dɹəˌfoɪl/

Etymology

From hydro- + foil.

hydrofoil means A wing attached to the hull of a ship that raises it out of the water when travelling at speed and thus reduces drag. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 86 out of 100.

noun

A wing attached to the hull of a ship that raises it out of the water when travelling at speed and thus reduces drag.
A vessel equipped with such a device.

verb

To operate or use or ride atop a hydrofoil wing on a hull so equipped.