aerophor
|aer-o-phor|
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/ˈɛrəˌfɔr/
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/ˈɛərəˌfɔː/
air supply device
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerophor' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aerophoros,' where 'aero-' meant 'air' and '-phoros' meant 'bearing' or 'carrying.'
Historical Evolution
'aerophoros' transformed into the modern English word 'aerophor' through adaptation in scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'air carrier,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a device used to supply air.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device used to supply air, especially in diving or mining.
The diver used an aerophor to breathe underwater.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/20 10:36