aerial
Aerial (adj) means happening in or relating to the air, especially from above. Example: “The photographer captured stunning aerial shots of the coastline.”
How to use aerial
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to the air, or (in British English) the rod-like device that picks up broadcast signals.
British English says "aerial" for the device that receives TV/radio signals; American English usually says "antenna."
Word forms
more aerial comparative, aerials plural, most aerial superlative
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Etymology
From Latin āerius, from Ancient Greek ἀήρ, "air," plus the ending -ial.
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What does “aerial” mean?
The word “aerial” means happening in or relating to the air, especially from above. In plain terms, relating to the air, or (in British English) the rod-like device that picks up broadcast signals.
How do you pronounce “aerial”?
“Aerial” is pronounced EH-uh-ree-uhl (/ˈɛəɹiəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “aerial” in a sentence?
Here is “aerial” used in a sentence: “The photographer captured stunning aerial shots of the coastline.”
What part of speech is “aerial”?
Depending on how it is used, “aerial” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “aerial” come from?
The word “aerial” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin āerius, from Ancient Greek ἀήρ, "air," plus the ending -ial.
Is “aerial” a common word?
“Aerial” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “aerial” have?
“Aerial” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: happening in or relating to the air, especially from above.
What is the difference between an aerial and an antenna?
They refer to the same device for receiving radio or television signals. "Aerial" is the usual British term, while "antenna" is more common in American English.
What is the difference between "aerial" and "Arial"?
They sound similar but are unrelated. "Aerial" relates to the air or things done from above, whereas "Arial" (spelled A-r-i-a-l) is the name of a typeface.
What is an aerial in gymnastics or skiing?
It is a jump or trick performed while in the air. The term covers airborne moves in sports such as skiing, snowboarding, and gymnastics.
What are common phrases that use "aerial"?
Common collocations include "aerial view," "aerial photography," and "aerial survey." Each describes something happening in, or seen from, the air.
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