Aeronautics
/ˌɛrəˈnɔːtɪks/
nounIntermediateVery CommonScience
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The science or art of designing, building, and operating aircraft.
/ˌɛrəˈnɔːtɪks/
nounneutralIntermediate
Science
Advances in aeronautics have led to safer and more efficient air travel.
💡 Simply: Science of designing, building, and operating airplanes.
How It's Used
Engineering
"He studied aeronautics in college."
Aviation
"The principles of aeronautics are essential for pilots."
From Greek aér (air) + naútes (sailor)
First used in English in the 19th century.
Memory tip
Think of an 'aero' plane or glider in the 'naut'ical (sailing) context.
Practice
Base: aero-
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