aeromechanic
|aero-me-chan-ic|
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/ˌɛəroʊmɪˈkænɪk/
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/ˌeərəʊmɪˈkænɪk/
aircraft mechanics
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aeromechanic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aero' meaning 'air' and 'mechanikos' meaning 'mechanical.'
Historical Evolution
'aero' combined with 'mechanic' in English to form the modern term 'aeromechanic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any mechanical work related to air, but now it specifically refers to aircraft mechanics.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a specialist in the mechanics of aircraft and related systems.
The aeromechanic ensured the aircraft was ready for takeoff.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/19 20:21