airing
Americannoun
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an exposure to the air, as for drying.
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a public discussion or disclosure, as of ideas, proposals, or facts.
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a walk, drive, exercise period, etc., in the open air, especially to promote health.
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the act of broadcasting on radio or television.
The new comedy program will have its first airing this Friday night.
noun
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exposure to air or warmth, as for drying or ventilation
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( as modifier )
airing cupboard
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an excursion in the open air
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exposure to public debate
Etymology
Origin of airing
Example Sentences
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Tencent Video will also take advantage of third-party content including airing America's DogTV -- the world's first TV channel and streaming service for pets.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
The holiday “for the rest of us” was popularized by the show as a secular, noncommercial alternative to Christmas that also features an airing of grievances, feats of strength and Festivus miracles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
There will be eight episodes in season three, with the finale airing on Sunday 31 May.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
Its episodic encores are currently airing on Fox as a lead-in to “The Faithful,” whose showrunner, René Echevarria, is an old hand at both network and cable, and whose work includes “The 4400.”
From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026
She was allowed to sleep later than I was in the morning, was given more food to eat, and had fewer tasks than I did, always the easier ones like airing the quilts and pillows.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
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