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/ˈɛroʊ/
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/ˈɛroʊ/
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/ˈɛr.oʊ/
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/ˈɛr.oʊ/
Plural
aeros
aero is a Greek-derived combining form meaning 'air' or 'atmosphere'; it's not a standalone word but appears at the beginning of many scientific and technical terms related to air, flight, or gas — like how 'bio' means 'life' in biology, 'aero' signals an air-related concept.
Aerodynamics plays a crucial role in designing fuel-efficient cars.
She teaches aerobic dance classes three times a week.
The International Space Station must withstand extreme aerothermal conditions during re-entry.
Aerosol cans release propellant gases into the atmosphere.
Early aeronautics pioneers experimented with gliders before powered flight was achieved.
aer
Comes from the Ancient Greek noun 'aēr' (ἀήρ), meaning 'air' or 'atmosphere'. It is the foundational element for all words relating to air, gases, flight, or atmospheric phenomena. Examples include aeronautics, aerodynamics, aerobic, aeroplane, aerosol, aerostat, and deaerate.