airspaces
|air-spaces|
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/ˈɛrˌspeɪsɪz/
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/ˈeəˌspeɪsɪz/
(airspace)
controlled atmospheric space
Etymology
'airspace' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'space', where 'air' refers to the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth, and 'space' refers to a continuous area or expanse.
'airspace' was first used in the early 20th century to describe the navigable atmosphere above a country.
Initially, it meant 'the space above the ground', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'controlled atmospheric space'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the plural form of 'airspace', referring to the space in the atmosphere above a particular area of land or water that is controlled by a country.
The pilot was instructed to avoid entering restricted airspaces.
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Last updated: 2025/06/08 22:36