flightworthiness
|flight-worth-i-ness|
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/ˈflaɪtˌwɜːrðiːnəs/
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/ˈflaɪtˌwɜːðɪnəs/
(flightworthy)
suitability for flight
Etymology
Etymology Information
'flightworthiness' originates from the combination of 'flight' and 'worthiness', where 'flight' refers to the act of flying and 'worthiness' refers to the quality of being suitable or fit.
Historical Evolution
'flightworthiness' evolved from the concept of 'airworthiness', adapting to include broader aspects of flight safety.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'suitability for flight', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the condition of being suitable for safe flight.
The aircraft was inspected for flightworthiness before takeoff.
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Last updated: 2025/06/25 04:57