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non-aerodynamic

|non/aero/dy/nam/ic|

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/nɒnˌɛroʊdaɪˈnæmɪk/

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/nɒnˌeərəʊdaɪˈnæmɪk/

(aerodynamic)

air flow efficiency

Base FormNoun
aerodynamicaerodynamics
Etymology
Etymology Information

'non-aerodynamic' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'aerodynamic' which comes from Greek 'aero' meaning 'air' and 'dynamis' meaning 'force'.

Historical Evolution

'aerodynamic' changed from the Greek word 'aerodynamikos' and eventually became the modern English word 'aerodynamic'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'aerodynamic' meant 'pertaining to the dynamics of air', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'designed to reduce air resistance'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not designed or structured to reduce air resistance or drag.

The boxy shape of the vehicle made it non-aerodynamic.

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Last updated: 2025/01/14 09:21