aerobee
|aer-o-bee|
C1
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/ˈɛrəˌbiː/
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/ˈɛərəˌbiː/
research rocket
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerobee' originates from the combination of 'aero-' meaning 'air' and 'bee,' symbolizing speed and efficiency.
Historical Evolution
'aerobee' was coined in the mid-20th century to describe a specific type of research rocket.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to a type of rocket, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/18 18:51