noun
air
EH-uh
noun
1
The mixture of gases that makes up Earth's atmosphere, which we breathe.
"She took a deep breath of fresh mountain air."
"Open a window to let some air into the room."
2
A particular quality, feeling, or manner someone or something has.
"He answered with an air of confidence."
3
Television or radio broadcasting.
"The show went off the air after five seasons."
verb
1
To broadcast something on television or radio.
"The interview will air tonight at nine."
2
To make an opinion, complaint, or secret known publicly.
"They aired their grievances at the meeting."
3
To expose something to fresh air in order to freshen or dry it.
"Hang the coat outside to air it out."
How to Use Air
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost often the gas we breathe, but also used for a personal quality, or for broadcasting on TV/radio.
Common pairings
fresh air
on the air
air grievances
air of mystery
Word Forms
aired past tense, airs plural, airs singular
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Etymology
From Old French air, from Latin aer, from Ancient Greek aer.