air

/ɛr/
noun
  1. The invisible mixture of gases that surrounds the Earth and that people and animals breathe.
    • Plants take carbon dioxide from the air to make food.
    • She opened the window to let some air into the stuffy room.
    • The air in the mountains feels fresh and clean.
  2. The space above the ground; the sky or atmosphere.
    • The ball flew high into the air.
    • He threw his hat up in the air to celebrate.
    • Birds were soaring through the air.
  3. A particular quality, feeling, or appearance that someone or something has.
    • She has an air of confidence that makes people trust her.
    • He spoke with an air of authority.
    • The old house had an air of mystery about it.
  4. A simple tune or melody.
    • The folk song has a beautiful, slow air.
    • The musician played a cheerful air on the flute.
    • They hummed a familiar air from the opera.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. Relating to or using aircraft or the broadcasting of programs.
    • The airline offers both air and ground services.
    • She works in the air travel industry.
    • The company bought air time on several radio stations.
verb
  1. To expose something to the air, especially to make it fresh or dry.
    • She opened all the windows to air out the kitchen.
    • Please air the blankets on the line after washing them.
    • We need to air the tent before packing it away.
  2. To express or make known (an opinion, complaint, or idea) publicly.
    • He aired his frustrations about the new policy.
    • The meeting gave everyone a chance to air their views.
    • She decided to air her concerns during the discussion.
  3. To broadcast a program on television or radio.
    • The interview was aired live on national radio.
    • The network will air the final episode next Thursday.
    • They aired the documentary last night.
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