aeronautics
[ˌɛɚ.oʊˈnɔ.ɾɪks]
UK: /ˌɛə.ɹəʊˈnɔː.tɪks/
ɛɚ · OƱNƆ · ɾɪks (3 syllables)
English
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Definition
The design, construction, mathematics, and mechanics of aircraft and other flying objects; the study of and control of how aviation works.
Etymology
From French aéronautique or New Latin aeronauticus. Equivalent to aero- + -naut + -ics.
Example Sentences
- "Near-synonyms: aerodynamics, aviation"
- "Near-synonym: aeronavigation"
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