avionics
[ ey-vee-on-iks, av-ee- ]
/ ˌeɪ viˈɒn ɪks, ˌæv i- /
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noun
(used with a singular verb) the science and technology of the development and use of electrical and electronic devices in aviation.
(used with a plural verb) the devices themselves.
Nearby words
avifauna, avigation, avignon, avila camacho, avilés, avionics, aviophobia, avirulent, avis, aviso, avitaminosis
Origin of avionics
Related formsa·vi·on·ic, adjective
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Examples from the Web for avionics
The introduction of AIMS in the 777 changed the architecture of the avionics on Boeing airliners.
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British Dictionary definitions for avionics
avionics
/ (ˌeɪvɪˈɒnɪks) /
noun
(functioning as singular) the science and technology of electronics applied to aeronautics and astronautics
(functioning as plural) the electronic circuits and devices of an aerospace vehicle
Derived Formsavionic, adjective
Word Origin for avionics
C20: from avi (ation electr) onics
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