Meaning & Definition of word "Airing"

Airing

/ˈɛərɪŋ/

1. The act of stating or discussing opinions or grievances publicly.
- Example: The airing of the new policy sparked a heated debate among the staff.
2. The act of exposing something to the air or fresh air.
- Example: I left the laundry outside for an airing to get rid of the damp smell.
3. A broadcast or transmission of a program or show.
- Example: The airing of the documentary attracted millions of viewers.

1. To make public or to express grievances or opinions.
- Example: She decided to air her concerns about the project during the meeting.
2. To expose to air or to let something breathe.
- Example: After the rain, I had to air out the carpets to prevent mildew.

From Middle English 'aeren', from Old English 'ǽrian' meaning to expose to air or fresh air.

airing of grievances:

The formal expression of complaints or dissatisfaction.

give something an airing:

To allow something to be discussed or to come to light.

airing on the side of caution:

Being cautious in decision-making.

expose:

To make something visible, typically something that was hidden.

broadcast:

To transmit (a program or some information) by radio or television.

display:

To show something publicly.

Meaning: To express one's views, often in a critical way.

Example Sentence: He had a good airing at the discussion panel about the company's issues.

Meaning: To expose a secret or a hidden agenda in a public setting.

Example Sentence: She aired out the dirty laundry during the debate.