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air-spray
adjectivenounC1
/ˈeə ˌspreɪ/A substance (such as paint, insecticide, or deodorant) dispensed as a fine mist from a pressurized container, typically using a propellant gas.
air-traffic control
nounB2
/ˌeə ˌtræfɪk kənˈtrəʊl/The ground-based service responsible for monitoring and directing aircraft to ensure safe and efficient movement in the airspace and at airports.
airbag
nounB2
/ˈeəbæɡ/A safety device in a vehicle, typically in the steering wheel or dashboard, that rapidly inflates with gas during a collision to protect occupants.
airboard
nounLow (C1/C2) – Specialized/niche vocabulary.
/ˈeə.bɔːd/An inflatable board, typically resembling a boogie board, used for sliding down snow-covered slopes or for water sports.
airboarding
nounRare / Low-frequency
/ˈeəˌbɔːdɪŋ/The sport or activity of riding a small, rigid board down a slope covered in snow or sand while being towed by a paraglider, kite, or motorized vehicle.
airboat
nounverb-intransitiveLow
/ˈeə.bəʊt/A flat-bottomed watercraft powered by an aircraft-style propeller mounted at the rear, used for navigating very shallow waters, swamps, and marshes.
airborne alert
nounLow
/ˈeə.bɔːn əˈlɜːt/A state of military readiness for aircraft to take off immediately, typically as a deterrent or response to a potential threat.
airborne command post
nounVery Low
/ˈeə.bɔːn kəˈmɑːnd pəʊst/A specially equipped aircraft used as a flying headquarters for military commanders, allowing them to direct forces from the air.
airbrasive
adjectivenounRare / Technical
/ˈeə.brəˌsɪv/A tool or technique that uses a high-speed stream of abrasive particles carried by compressed air or gas to cut, clean, or shape hard materials.
airbrick
nounLow
/ˈeəbrɪk/A perforated brick or block built into an exterior wall to allow ventilation of an enclosed space.
airbrush
nounverbverb-transitiveB2
/ˈeə.brʌʃ/A small device that sprays paint or another liquid using compressed air, allowing for fine control and smooth coverage.
airbrush out
verbB2
/ˈeə.brʌʃ aʊt/To digitally or physically remove or alter an image, detail, or fact to create a misleadingly perfect or sanitized version.
airburst
nounLow
/ˈeə.bɜːst/An explosion that occurs in the air, above the ground.
airbus
nounB1
/ˈeə.bʌs/A large, passenger aircraft designed for short- to medium-haul routes, often with high capacity.
aircav
nounLow
/ˈeə.kæv/Military abbreviation for 'air cavalry', referring to a military unit that uses helicopters for transport and combat.
aircraft
nounB1
/ˈeə.krɑːft/A machine capable of flight, especially an airplane or helicopter.
aircraft carrier
nounMedium-High
/ˈeəkrɑːft ˌkæriə(r)/A large warship with a deck from which aircraft can take off and on which they can land.
aircraft cloth
nounC2
/ˈeə.krɑːft klɒθ/A strong, tightly-woven fabric used for covering or making components for aircraft, typically lightweight and durable.
aircraftman
nounC2
/ˈeəkrɑːftmən/The lowest rank in the British Royal Air Force and some other air forces, equivalent to a private in the army.
aircraftsman
nounVery Low
/ˈeəkrɑːftsmən/A non-commissioned rank in the Royal Air Force, typically the lowest rank for ground trades.

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