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airthing

|air-thing|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈɛrˌθɪŋ/

🇬🇧

/ˈeəˌθɪŋ/

air quality device

Etymology
Etymology Information

'airthing' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'thing', where 'air' refers to the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth, and 'thing' refers to an object or device.

Historical Evolution

'air' and 'thing' have been used in English for centuries, and their combination into 'airthing' reflects modern usage in technology and environmental contexts.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'air' and 'thing' were separate words, but their combination into 'airthing' reflects a modern focus on air quality and environmental monitoring.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a device or system related to air quality or air management.

The airthing in the office helps monitor air quality.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/09 01:06