aerials
|aer-i-als|
🇺🇸
/ˈɛriəlz/
🇬🇧
/ˈeəriəlz/
(aerial)
related to air
Etymology
'aerial' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aerius,' where 'aer' meant 'air.'
'aerius' transformed into the French word 'aérien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aerial' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'related to antennas or gymnastics maneuvers.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'aerial', referring to antennas used for receiving or transmitting radio or television signals.
The rooftop was covered with various aerials for better signal reception.
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Noun 2
a maneuver performed in gymnastics or acrobatics involving a jump or flip without the use of hands.
The gymnast executed a series of aerials during her routine.
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Last updated: 2025/05/18 10:06