Aerial
/ˈɛəriəl/
Definitions
2 meaningsExisting, happening, or operating in the air.
/ˈɛəriəl/
Relating to the air
The aerial view from the plane was breathtaking.
💡 Simply: Something in the air or related to the air.
More Examples
The aerial attack was devastating.
How It's Used
"He took an aerial photograph of the city."
"Aerial bombardment caused widespread damage."
An antenna for transmitting or receiving radio or television signals.
/ˈɛəriəl/
Antenna for radio or television
The old television's aerial was rusty and needed replacing.
💡 Simply: A device that receives radio or TV signals.
More Examples
The radio aerial was damaged in the storm.
How It's Used
"The aerial needs to be properly positioned for optimal reception."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From Late Latin *aeriālis, from Latin āēr "air".
The word 'aerial' has been used in relation to air and flight since the 16th century. Its usage in relation to antennas developed in the 20th century.
Memory tip
Think 'air' - aerial things are in the air.
Word Origin
"of or relating to the air"