Word
air force
Countable noun
Definition
n. the part of a country's military that fights in the air using planes and helicopters.
n. the branch of a nation's military forces primarily responsible for aerial warfare and air defence. Typically functions as a collective noun.
Examples
“He joined the air force to become a pilot.”
“The nation's air force was called in to provide emergency supplies to the flooded regions after the roads became impassable.”
“Modern strategic doctrine often emphasizes the necessity of maintaining air force superiority to protect ground operations and ensure the integrity of national borders during conflicts.”
Examples
simple
“He joined the air force to become a pilot.”
contextual
“The nation's air force was called in to provide emergency supplies to the flooded regions after the roads became impassable.”
complex
“Modern strategic doctrine often emphasizes the necessity of maintaining air force superiority to protect ground operations and ensure the integrity of national borders during conflicts.”
Usage
Often capitalized as 'Air Force' when referring to a specific national organization (e.g., the Royal Air Force).
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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