aviation
/,eivi'eiʃn/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The activity or business of operating aircraft: This refers to the practice, science, and industry of flying airplanes, helicopters, and other aircraft.
- The design, development, and production of aircraft: This meaning encompasses the technological and manufacturing aspects of creating flying machines.
- Military aircraft collectively: This refers to all the aircraft operated by a country's armed forces.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- She studied aviation to become a pilot. (She studied the science and operation of aircraft to become a pilot.)
- The history of aviation began with the Wright brothers. (The history of aircraft operation began with the Wright brothers.)
- The country's aviation was on high alert. (The country's military aircraft were on high alert.)
Advanced Usage
- "Civil aviation": This term refers to all non-military flying, including both commercial air transport and general aviation (private flying).
- International regulations govern civil aviation.
- "Aviation industry": This phrase refers to the collective businesses involved in aircraft manufacturing, airline operations, and airport services.
- The aviation industry is a major economic driver.
Variants and Related Words
- Aviator (n): A pilot; a person who operates an aircraft.
- The famous aviator completed a solo transatlantic flight.
- Avionic (adj): Relating to the electronic systems used in aircraft, satellites, and spacecraft.
- He specialized in avionic engineering.
Synonyms
- Aeronautics: The science or practice of travel through the air. (Often used interchangeably with aviation, but can be more technical.)
- Flying: The action or process of flying an aircraft. (A more general term.)
Related Phrases
- Aviation fuel: A specialized type of fuel used to power aircraft.
- The plane was refueled with aviation fuel.
- Aviation safety: The set of practices and regulations aimed at reducing risks associated with flying.
- Aviation safety is the top priority for regulators.
Related Idioms
(Note: There are few common idioms using the specific word "aviation." The term itself is technical. However, related concepts include:) - "Clear for takeoff": Ready to begin or proceed. (Derived from air traffic control terminology.) - The project has been approved; we are clear for takeoff.
Noun
- travel via aircraft
- air travel involves too much waiting in airports
- if you've time to spare go by air
- the art of operating aircraft
- the operation of aircraft to provide transportation
- the aggregation of a country's military aircraft