airing

/'eəriɳ/
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airing

She is airing the blankets on the clothesline in the sunny backyard.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The act of exposing something to fresh air: The process of allowing fresh air to circulate through something, often to freshen, dry, or ventilate it.
    • A short trip outdoors for fresh air or exercise: A brief walk, ride, or drive taken in the open air, typically for pleasure or health.
    • The act of making something publicly known or discussed: The presentation or exposure of an idea, opinion, or subject to public attention and debate.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The room needed an airing after being closed all winter. (The room required exposure to fresh air after being closed.)
    • We went for an evening airing along the beach. (We took a short evening walk along the beach for fresh air.)
    • The controversial proposal got its first public airing at the council meeting. (The controversial proposal was first presented for public discussion at the meeting.)
Advanced Usage
  • "To give something an airing": To expose something to fresh air or to present something for public consideration.
    • She gave the blankets a good airing on the clothesline. (She thoroughly exposed the blankets to fresh air on the line.)
    • The committee gave the new policy a thorough airing before voting. (The committee fully discussed the new policy before voting.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Air (verb): To expose to the air; to ventilate.
    • We aired the room by opening all the windows.
  • Airy (adjective): Open to a free flow of air; light as air.
  • Aired (adjective): Having been exposed to the air.
Synonyms
  • Ventilation: The provision of fresh air.
  • Excursion: A short journey or trip.
  • Exposure: The state of being exposed to view or discussion.
Related Phrases
  • Airing cupboard: A warm cupboard used for drying or airing clothes.
    • The towels are in the airing cupboard.
  • To get an airing: To be discussed or presented.
    • That issue hasn't gotten a proper airing yet. (That issue hasn't been properly discussed yet.)
airing

She is airing the blankets on the clothesline in the sunny backyard.

Noun
  1. the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air
  2. a short excursion (a walk or ride) in the open air
    • he took the dogs for an airing
  3. the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate

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