aerodynamic — relating to the way air flows around moving objects, especially designed to reduce air resistance
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to the way air flows around moving objects, especially designed to reduce air resistance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɛroʊdaɪˈnæmɪk/
Example Sentences
- My hairstyle is so aerodynamic that I can run without my hat flying off!
- Engineers spent years perfecting the aerodynamic shape of the new fighter jet.
- Cyclists wear aerodynamic helmets to reduce wind resistance and go faster.
aerodynamic
ADJECTIVE[/ˌɛroʊdaɪˈnæmɪk/]
relating to the way air flows around moving objects, especially designed to reduce air resistance
The aerodynamic bullet train slices through wind so smoothly nothing flutters.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek aer (air) and dynamis (force, power), this term originated in the study of air movement and its effects on objects. Initially referring to the scientific discipline of aerodynamics, it later evolved into an adjective describing designs optimized to minimize air resistance.
Breakdown
aero- (from Greek aer, air) + dynamic (from Greek dynamis, force or power), with the -ic suffix denoting 'of or relating to'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My hairstyle is so aerodynamic that I can run without my hat flying off!”
“Engineers spent years perfecting the aerodynamic shape of the new fighter jet.”
“Cyclists wear aerodynamic helmets to reduce wind resistance and go faster.”
“The penguin waddled around, looking anything but aerodynamic.”
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