What does “air” mean?
- 1
nounthe gases around the earth that we breathe
Let’s open the window and get some fresh air.
- 2
nounthe space above the ground
She threw the ball high into the air.
- 3
nountravel by plane
Most visitors arrive by air.
Air at a glance
- Part of speech
- noun
- CEFR level
- A1 (beginner)
- Pronunciation
- /ɛr/ · AIR
How to use “air” correctly
“On air” means being broadcast on radio or TV at this moment.
Common phrases with “air”
- fresh air
- by air
- air pollution
- on air
Idioms with “air”
- Walking on air: Feeling extremely happy and excited, as if nothing could go wrong.
- Up in the air: Not yet decided or certain.
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