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airworthier

|air-worth-i-er|

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🇺🇸

/ˈɛrˌwɜrðiər/

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/ˈeəˌwɜːðiə/

(airworthy)

fit for flying

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airworthyairworthiermore airworthyairworthiestairworthiness
Etymology
Etymology Information

'airworthy' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'worthy', where 'worthy' meant 'suitable or fit'.

Historical Evolution

'airworthy' changed from the Old English word 'weorþig' meaning 'worthy' and eventually became the modern English word 'airworthy'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'fit for flying', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

comparative form of 'airworthy', meaning more suitable or safe for flying.

The new model is airworthier than the previous one.

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Last updated: 2025/06/09 06:51