airman
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for airman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A pilot or crew member of an aircraft.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use airman
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
In US and UK military contexts, "Airman" is also a specific junior rank, not just a general term for aircrew.
Etymology
A compound of air and man, formed the same way as "seaman" was for the navy.
Full origin of airman →Frequently asked questions
What does “airman” mean?
The word “airman” means a pilot or crew member of an aircraft. In plain terms, someone who flies aircraft for a living, or a junior member of an air force.
How do you pronounce “airman”?
“Airman” is pronounced EH-uh-muhn (/ˈɛɹ.mən/ in IPA).
How do you use “airman” in a sentence?
Here is “airman” used in a sentence: “The airman radioed the tower for permission to land.”
What part of speech is “airman”?
“Airman” is a noun.
How many meanings does “airman” have?
“Airman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a pilot or crew member of an aircraft.