Early aircraft were insubstantial constructions of wood and glue.
早期的飞行器是木头和胶粘合的脆弱机器。
insubstantial详细解释
in.sub.stan.tial adj.(形容词)Lacking substance or reality.See Synonyms at immaterial 缺乏实质或现实性的参见 immaterial Not firm or solid; flimsy.不坚固或不实在;脆弱的Delicate; fine.精致的;精美的 【引伸】 in.substan.tial.ity