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aeronautics

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˌɛɹəˈnɔtɪks// UK //ˌeəɹəʊnˈɔːtɪks// aero·nau·tics

n. the science and study of how to design, build, and fly aircraft.

n. the science or art involved with the study, design, and manufacture of airflight-capable machines, and the techniques of operating aircraft and rocketry within the atmosphere.


SIMPLE

She is studying aeronautics to become an aircraft designer.

CONTEXTUAL

Advances in aeronautics have led to the development of much quieter and more fuel-efficient passenger jets.

COMPLEX

The university's department of aeronautics focuses on the fluid dynamics of supersonic flight and the structural integrity of lightweight composite materials used in modern airframes.

Synonyms
Origin

From French aéronautique or New Latin aeronauticus. Equivalent to aero- + -naut + -ics.

Usage

Singular in construction; despite the 's' ending, it takes a singular verb.

Pitfall

Aeronautics are a difficult subject.Aeronautics is a difficult subject.Like 'physics' or 'mathematics', this word ends in 's' but is uncountable and requires a singular verb.

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