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aeronautics

Pronunciation: /ɛːrəˈnɔːtɪks/
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Definition of aeronautics

noun

[treated as singular]
  • the science or practice of building or flying aircraft.

Derivatives

aeronautic

adjective

aeronautical

adjective

Origin:

early 19th century: from modern Latin aeronautica 'matters relating to aeronautics', from Greek (see aeronaut)

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