aerator
|aer-a-tor|
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🇺🇸
/ˈɛreɪtər/
🇬🇧
/ˈeərəɪtə/
device for air introduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerator' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aerare,' where 'aer-' meant 'air.'
Historical Evolution
'aerare' transformed into the French word 'aérer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aerator' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to expose to air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a device that introduces air.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device used to introduce air into a substance, such as soil or water, to improve its quality.
The gardener used an aerator to improve the soil's drainage.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/18 07:21