avionics

American

[ey-vee-on-iks, av-ee-] / ˌeɪ viˈɒn ɪks, ˌæv i- /

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.

avionics British

/ 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

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

avionic

adjective

Etymology

Origin of avionics

First recorded in 1945–50; avi(ation) + (electr)onics

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