aero

¹ American  

[air-oh] / ˈɛər oʊ /

adjective

1. of or for aircraft.

2. of or relating to aeronautics.

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aero- ² American  

1. a combining form meaning “air,” used in formation of compound words.

   aerodrome.

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aero. ³ American  

abbreviation

1. aeronautic; aeronautical.

2. aeronautics.

3. aerospace.

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aero- ¹ British  

combining form

1. denoting air, atmosphere, or gas

   aerodynamics

2. denoting aircraft

   aeronautics

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aero ² British  

/ ˈɛərəʊ /

noun

1. (modifier) of or relating to aircraft or aeronautics

   an aero engine

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aero ³ British  

abbreviation

1. an organization in the air-transport industry

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Usage

What does aero- mean? Aero- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “air.” It is often used in scientific terms, especially in biology.Aero- comes from Greek āḗr, meaning “air.”What are variants of aero-?When combined with words or word elements that begin with a vowel, aero- becomes aer-, as in aerate. When combined with word elements of Latin origin, aero- becomes aeri-, as in aeriferous. Want to know more? Read our Words That Use articles for aer- and aeri-.

Etymology

Origin of aero¹

1895–1900; aero- used as free form

Origin of aero-²

< Greek, equivalent to āer- (stem of āḗr air ¹ ) + -o- -o-

Example Sentences

Eagle-eyed viewers will recognize both the Aero and Vista theaters.

From Los Angeles Times

According to JPMorgan, the “golden age” is under way for one subset: aero engines.

From MarketWatch

However, a team of analysts led by David Perry said Safran, GE Aerospace and RTX remain their favorites in a subsector that they suggested investors overweight, citing supportive recent results and commentary from those aero engine makers.

From MarketWatch

In solidarity with the “National Shutdown,” American Cinematheque announced its will offer free screenings Friday at its Aero Theatre in Santa Monica and its Los Feliz 3.

From Los Angeles Times

The Aero theater will offer moviegoers popcorn and soda — gratis.

From Los Angeles Times