airtight
|air/tight|
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/ˈerˌtaɪt/
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/ˈeə.taɪt/
sealed, flawless
Etymology
'airtight' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'tight', where 'air' refers to the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth, and 'tight' means firmly or closely fixed in place.
'airtight' evolved from the Middle English word 'tite', meaning 'firmly', combined with 'air' to form the modern English word 'airtight'.
Initially, it meant 'firmly closed to air', but over time it evolved to also mean 'unassailable or flawless'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not allowing air to escape or pass through.
The container is airtight, ensuring the food stays fresh.
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Adjective 2
having no weaknesses; unassailable.
The lawyer presented an airtight case in court.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45