aerobatics
[ air-uh-bat-iks ]
/ ˌɛər əˈbæt ɪks /
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noun
(used with a plural verb) stunts performed in flight by an airplane, glider, or the like.
(used with a singular verb) the art or technique of performing such stunts.
Nearby words
aeroacoustics, aeroallergen, aerobacter, aeroballistics, aerobat, aerobatics, aerobe, aerobee, aerobic, aerobic dancing, aerobic respiration
Origin of aerobatics
Related forms
aer·o·bat·ic, adjectiveDictionary.com Unabridged
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Examples from the Web for aerobatic
The aerobatic magic here is something that escapes me, but what do I know?
British Dictionary definitions for aerobatic
aerobatics
/ (ˌɛərəʊˈbætɪks) /
noun
(functioning as singular or plural) spectacular or dangerous manoeuvres, such as loops or rolls, performed in an aircraft or glider; stunt flying
Derived Forms
aerobatic, adjectiveWord Origin for aerobatics
C20: from aero- + (acro) batics
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