Aeronautics

/ˌɛrəˈnɔːtɪks/

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Definitions

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The science or art of designing, building, and operating aircraft.

/ˌɛrəˈnɔːtɪks/

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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.

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