Word Noun
airstrip
n.
countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈɛɹˌstɹɪp/ UK /ˈeəstɹɪp/ airstrip UK spelling airstrip's, airstrip's
Definition
n.a short, simple runway for small planes. It is usually found in remote areas or on small islands where a full airport is not needed.
n.a short, unimproved runway or landing area for aircraft, typically used by small planes in remote or rural locations.
Examples
“The small plane landed on the dirt airstrip.”
“The rescue team flew into the remote mountain village using a short airstrip carved into the grass.”
“While the main airport handles international cargo, the nearby airstrip serves as a vital link for emergency services and local charter flights in the region.”
Etymology
From air + strip.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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