aeronautics
Meaning
- (uncountable) The design, construction, mathematics and mechanics of aircraft and other flying objects
- (uncountable) The theory and practice of aircraft navigation
Synonyms
aerial navigation
aerostation
Translations
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Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˌɛə.ɹəʊˈnɔː.tɪks/
Etymology
From French aéronautique or New Latin aeronauticus. Equivalent to aero- + -naut + -ics.
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