Airing
/ˈɛərɪŋ/
nounBeginner📊CommonGeneral
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Definitions
2 meanings1
The first public broadcast or presentation of something, such as a television program or radio show.
/ˈɛərɪŋ/
nounneutralBeginner
General
The act of broadcasting something
The airing of the documentary sparked a national conversation.
💡 Simply: The first time something is shown or played on TV or radio.
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The prime-time airing attracted a large audience.
How It's Used
Broadcasting
"The show's first airing was a huge success."
2
The act of exposing something to the air, often to dry or freshen it.
/ˈɛərɪŋ/
nounneutralBeginner
General
Exposure to fresh air
The airing of the room helped to eliminate odors.
💡 Simply: Letting something get fresh air.
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She hung the sheets outside for an airing.
How It's Used
Household
"The airing of the bedding freshened the room."
Tip:Think of airing out laundry.
From the verb "to air," meaning to expose to air; ultimately derived from Old English "æer" (air).
Historically, "airing" often referred to the literal act of exposing something to the air, like bedding or clothes.
Memory tip
Think of 'air' waves carrying the broadcast.
Word Origin
LanguageOld English
Original meaning
"air"
first airingpublic airingairing of grievances
Common misspellings
airringaring
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