aviating
|a-vi-at-ing|
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/ˈeɪ.vi.eɪ.tɪŋ/
(aviate)
to fly; to operate an aircraft
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aviate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'avis', where 'avis' meant 'bird'.
Historical Evolution
'aviate' developed via French roots (related to 'avion' and 'aviation') in the early 20th century and entered modern English as a verb meaning to fly or operate aircraft.
Meaning Changes
Initially influenced by words related to 'bird' and flight, it came to mean specifically 'to operate or pilot an aircraft' as powered flight and aviation technology developed.
Meanings by Part of Speech
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