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aerodynamic

eh-uh-roh-deye-NA-mihk

Aerodynamic (adj) means Shaped to move through air with minimal resistance. Example: “The new sports car has a sleek, aerodynamic body.”

adj
1
Shaped to move through air with minimal resistance.
"The new sports car has a sleek, aerodynamic body."
2
Relating to the science of how objects move through air.
"Engineers ran aerodynamic tests on the wing design in a wind tunnel."

How to use aerodynamic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDesigned to move smoothly through air, cutting down on drag.

Common pairings
aerodynamic design aerodynamic drag

Word forms

more aerodynamic comparative, most aerodynamic superlative

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Etymology

From aero- ("air") plus dynamic, tracing back to Greek ἀήρ and δύναμις ("power").

Origin: Greek

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Frequently asked questions

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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