Air Definition & Meaning
air
- noun
- a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of; "air pollution"; "a smell of chemicals in the air"; "open a window and let in some air"; "I need some fresh air"
- the region above the ground; "her hand stopped in mid air"; "he threw the ball into the air"
- a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing; "an air of mystery"; "the house had a neglected air"; "an atmosphere of defeat pervaded the candidate's headquarters"; "the place had an aura of romance"
- a slight wind (usually refreshing); "the breeze was cooled by the lake"; "as he waited he could feel the air on his neck"
- the mass of air surrounding the Earth; "there was great heat as the comet entered the atmosphere"; "it was exposed to the air"
- once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles)
- a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence; "she was humming an air from Beethoven"
- medium for radio and television broadcasting; "the program was on the air from 9 til midnight"; "the president used the airwaves to take his message to the people"
- travel via aircraft; "air travel involves too much waiting in airports"; "if you've time to spare go by air"
- verb
- expose to fresh air; "aerate your old sneakers"
- be broadcast; "This show will air Saturdays at 2 P.M."
- broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television; "We cannot air this X-rated song"
- make public; "She aired her opinions on welfare"
- expose to warm or heated air, so as to dry; "Air linen"
- expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen; "air the old winter clothes"; "air out the smoke-filled rooms"
"Air" in song lyrics
See how air is used in real songs:
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"Just jump... in the air"
2 Live Crew — Throw the 'D' -
"Take off your mask little homie it's a breath of fresh air"
The 49ers — Breath of Fresh Air -
"We're coming with a breath of fresh air"
The 49ers — Breath of Fresh Air
Words that rhyme with air
Usage tips for "air"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "air" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for air to find words that pair well.
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