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

A pilot or crew member of an aircraft.

"The airman radioed the tower for permission to land."

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 notes

In 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

Word forms

airmen 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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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.

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