aerodynamic
Aerodynamic (adj) means Shaped to move through air with minimal resistance. Example: “The new sports car has a sleek, aerodynamic body.”
How to use aerodynamic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDesigned to move smoothly through air, cutting down on drag.
Word forms
more aerodynamic comparative, most aerodynamic superlative
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The new sports car has a sleek, _____ body.
Etymology
From aero- ("air") plus dynamic, tracing back to Greek ἀήρ and δύναμις ("power").
Rhymes for aerodynamic
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What does “aerodynamic” mean?
The word “aerodynamic” means shaped to move through air with minimal resistance. In plain terms, designed to move smoothly through air, cutting down on drag.
How do you pronounce “aerodynamic”?
“Aerodynamic” is pronounced eh-uh-roh-deye-NA-mihk (/ˌɛəɹəʊdaɪˈnæmɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “aerodynamic” in a sentence?
Here is “aerodynamic” used in a sentence: “The new sports car has a sleek, aerodynamic body.”
What part of speech is “aerodynamic”?
“Aerodynamic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “aerodynamic” come from?
The word “aerodynamic” comes from Greek. From aero- ("air") plus dynamic, tracing back to Greek ἀήρ and δύναμις ("power").
Is “aerodynamic” a common word?
“Aerodynamic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “aerodynamic” have?
“Aerodynamic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: shaped to move through air with minimal resistance.
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