airmail
|air-mail|
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/ˈɛrˌmeɪl/
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/ˈeəˌmeɪl/
mail by air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'airmail' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'mail', where 'air' refers to the medium of transport and 'mail' refers to the postal system.
Historical Evolution
'airmail' was first used in the early 20th century as aviation technology advanced, allowing for faster mail delivery.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'mail transported by air', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/06/08 09:51