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airing

American  
[air-ing] / ˈɛər ɪŋ /

noun

  1. an exposure to the air, as for drying.

  2. a public discussion or disclosure, as of ideas, proposals, or facts.

  3. a walk, drive, exercise period, etc., in the open air, especially to promote health.

  4. the act of broadcasting on radio or television.

    The new comedy program will have its first airing this Friday night.
airing British  
/ ˈɛərɪŋ /

noun

    1. exposure to air or warmth, as for drying or ventilation

    2. ( as modifier )

      airing cupboard

  2. an excursion in the open air

  3. exposure to public debate

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Etymology

Origin of airing

First recorded in 1600–10; air 1 + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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“Scientists recognize its potential to change our energy future,” a voiceover says in one of the commercials that began airing in 2017.

From The Wall Street Journal

There will be eight episodes in season three, with the finale airing on Sunday 31 May.

From BBC

All episodes of The Pitt season one are available to stream exclusively on HBO Max in the UK and Ireland, with episodes from season two airing on a weekly basis.

From BBC

NBC is also airing a special “Dateline” episode on the abduction on Friday.

From Los Angeles Times

The Today show is something of a US institution, airing nationally since 1952 and drawing millions of viewers to NBC on weekday mornings.

From Barron's

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