English

air

ˈɛə, ˈɛəɹ, ˈɛɹ, ˈɛː
Meaning: the mixture of gases surrounding the earth
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈɛəɹ, ˈɛɹ, ˈɛː

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Example sentences

We should go outside to get some fresh air.
We should go outside to get some fresh air.
The engineers faired the fuselage of the plane to reduce air drag.
The engineers faired the fuselage of the plane to reduce air drag.
It felt so good to step outside and breathe the fresh air.
It felt so good to step outside and breathe the fresh air.
Air travel is a fast mode of transport.
Air travel is a fast mode of transport.
The city is implementing new measures to reduce air pollution.
The city is implementing new measures to reduce air pollution.

Usage Notes

Refers to the atmosphere we breathe. It is an uncountable noun.

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