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aerogramme

|aero-gramme|

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/ˈɛrəˌɡræm/

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/ˈeərəʊˌɡræm/

airmail letter

Etymology
Etymology Information

'aerogramme' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aero' meaning 'air' and 'gramma' meaning 'letter'.

Historical Evolution

'aerogramme' was adopted into English in the 20th century as a term for airmail letters.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a letter sent by air', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a lightweight piece of mail consisting of a single sheet of paper that folds to form an envelope, used for airmail.

She sent an aerogramme to her friend in Japan.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/19 12:51