air

air · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth, a mixture mainly of oxygen and nitrogen.

  2. 2.

    The open space above the surface of the earth; the sky.

  3. 3.

    [aviation]Travel by aircraft.

  4. 4.

    A distinctive impression or quality.

  5. 5.

    [music]A tune or melody.

  6. 6.

    Express or make public.

  7. 7.

    Expose to fresh or warm air.

Forms

plural: airs

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    in the air — Felt by many people; imminent.
  • •
    on the air — Broadcasting.
  • •
    clear the air — Resolve tensions by discussing openly.
  • •
    up in the air — Uncertain; undecided.
  • •
    into thin air — Completely disappear.
  • •
    hot air — Empty talk; boasting.
  • •
    airs and graces — Affected manners to impress.
  • •
    build castles in the air — Have unrealistic dreams.
  • •
    a breath of fresh air — Something refreshing or new.

Related words

See also: atmosphere, oxygen, sky, wind
Synonyms: atmosphere, breeze, manner, tune

Etymology

From Old French air, from Latin aer, from Greek aēr ("air, atmosphere").