noun
airman
EH-uh-muhn
Airman (noun) means a pilot or crew member of an aircraft. Example: “The airman radioed the tower for permission to land.”
noun
1
A pilot or crew member of an aircraft.
"The airman radioed the tower for permission to land."
2
A member of an air force, especially one holding a junior enlisted rank.
"He enlisted as an airman straight out of high school."
How to use airman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who flies aircraft for a living, or a junior member of an air force.
When to use it
In US and UK military contexts, "Airman" is also a specific junior rank, not just a general term for aircrew.
Common pairings
a junior airman
airman first class
a decorated airman
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Word forms
- Plural
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Etymology
A compound of air and man, formed the same way as "seaman" was for the navy.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for airman
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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.
