aeronautics

[air-uh-naw-tiks, -not-iks]

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the science or art of flight.

aeronautics

/ ˌɛərəˈnɔːtɪks /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) the study or practice of all aspects of flight through the air

aeronautics

1. The design, construction and operation of aircraft.

2. The scientific study of flight through the atmosphere.

Word History and Origins

Origin of aeronautics¹

1820–25; < New Latin aeronautica or French aéronautique; aero-, nautical, -ics

Example Sentences

To some, the opportunity to be so close to some of the crowning achievements in aeronautics was personal.

From Los Angeles Times

Colorful graphics crisscross the floor, and a bright, retro-inspired mural references images of aeronautics pioneers and the families using the facility itself.

From Los Angeles Times

His 16-year-old, he added, hoped to study aeronautics — an impossibility in Syria.

From Los Angeles Times

MIT aeronautics professor R. John Hansman said that it's important to take stock of safety concerns, but also to recognise that the American aviation system is one of the safest in the world.

From BBC

“Twenty years ago, you would not have characterized the space business as fast moving,” said Daniel Hastings, professor of aeronautics and astronautics at MIT.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• aviation