aeronautics
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for aeronautics, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The science and practice of designing, building, and flying aircraft.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use aeronautics
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French aéronautique, built from aero- ("air") plus -naut ("sailor," as in astronaut) plus -ics.
Full origin of aeronautics →Frequently asked questions
What does “aeronautics” mean?
The word “aeronautics” means the science and practice of designing, building, and flying aircraft. In plain terms, the study and engineering of flight and aircraft.
How do you pronounce “aeronautics”?
“Aeronautics” is pronounced eh-uh-roh-NAW-tihks (/ˌɛɚ.oʊˈnɔ.tɪks/ in IPA).
How do you use “aeronautics” in a sentence?
Here is “aeronautics” used in a sentence: “She studied aeronautics before joining an aerospace engineering firm.”
What part of speech is “aeronautics”?
“Aeronautics” is a noun.
Where does the word “aeronautics” come from?
The word “aeronautics” comes from French. From French aéronautique, built from aero- ("air") plus -naut ("sailor," as in astronaut) plus -ics.
Is “aeronautics” a common word?
“Aeronautics” is an uncommon word in modern English.