aviation-enthusiast
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/ˌeɪviˈeɪʃən ɪnˈθjuːziæst/
passionate about aviation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aviation' originates from the Latin word 'aviatio,' which means 'flight,' and 'enthusiast' comes from the Greek word 'enthousiasmos,' meaning 'inspiration or possession by a god.'
Historical Evolution
'Aviation' evolved from the French word 'aviation,' and 'enthusiast' from the Middle English 'enthusiast,' which was derived from the Greek 'enthousiastēs.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'aviation' referred to the act of flying, while 'enthusiast' meant someone inspired by divine influence. Over time, 'aviation-enthusiast' came to mean someone passionate about flying and aircraft.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/06/08 00:42
