aerostatical
|aer-o-stat-i-cal|
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/ˌɛərəˈstætɪkəl/
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/ˌeərəˈstætɪkəl/
balance of air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerostatical' originates from the Greek word 'aer,' meaning 'air,' and 'statikos,' meaning 'causing to stand or stay.'
Historical Evolution
'aerostatical' changed from the Greek word 'aerostatēs' and eventually became the modern English word 'aerostatical.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the balance of air,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the science of aerostatics, which deals with the equilibrium of gases and the forces acting on bodies in air.
The aerostatical principles are crucial for designing hot air balloons.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/20 19:36