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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Now the curtain is falling, with the final instalment - 70 Up - airing on ITV this Tuesday.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Television networks don’t seem interested in airing it.
From Salon ● Sep. 9, 2026
It all starts with Saturday’s “Pac-12 After Dark” throwback against UCLA, with the game kicking off at 7:30 p.m. and airing on ESPN.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
The company apologised for the delays in releasing official updates on the highly anticipated title, but vowed to "exceed" fans' expectations in a special preview airing on Netflix this week.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
We leave the door to the camel car wide open, but it’s clear a simple airing out won’t be sufficient.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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