airdrops
|air-drops|
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/ˈɛrˌdrɒps/
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/ˈeəˌdrɒps/
(airdrop)
delivery by air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'airdrop' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'drop', where 'air' refers to the atmosphere and 'drop' means to let something fall.
Historical Evolution
'airdrop' was first used in the context of military operations during World War II and has since been adopted for humanitarian and commercial uses.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drop supplies from an aircraft', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a delivery of supplies or equipment by dropping them from an aircraft.
The humanitarian aid was delivered through airdrops to the remote village.
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Last updated: 2025/06/07 20:06