aeropleustic
|aer-o-pleus-tic|
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/ˌɛəroʊˈpluːstɪk/
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/ˌeərəʊˈpluːstɪk/
relating to aerial navigation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aeropleustic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aeropleustikos,' where 'aero-' meant 'air' and 'pleustikos' meant 'sailing.'
Historical Evolution
'aeropleustikos' transformed into the English word 'aeropleustic' through the influence of scientific terminology in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sailing through the air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to aerial navigation or flight.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to aerial navigation or flight.
The aeropleustic capabilities of the new drone are impressive.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/20 13:06