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    Aérienne (en. Aerial)

    /e.ʁjɛn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Pertaining to air or the atmosphere.
    Aerial landscapes are often breathtaking.
    Les paysages aériens sont souvent à couper le souffle.
    Done in the air, as opposed to what is done on land or in water.
    The aerial flight between Paris and New York lasts about seven hours.
    Le vol aérien entre Paris et New York dure environ sept heures.
    Related to stations or communications that occur by aerial means.
    Aerial telecommunications lines have been modernized.
    Les lignes de télécommunications aériennes ont été modernisées.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'aerianus', derived from 'aer', which means air.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    aerial link
    Connection or communication that takes place through the air.
    lien aérien
    aerial service
    Offer of transport carried out by airplane.
    service aérien
    to name an aerial
    To refer to an airplane in a given context.
    nommer un aérien

    Related Words

    aeronautics
    Field of engineering that pertains to the technology of airplanes and spacecraft.
    aéronautique
    aviation
    Set of activities related to airplanes and their use.
    aviation
    aerodynamics
    Science that studies the movements of objects in the air.
    aérodynamique

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to recreational or spectacular aviation.
    He enjoys aerial activities for pleasure.
    Il fait de l'aérienne pour le plaisir.
    Used to describe a light-hearted and carefree person.
    She has an aerial style, always seeking new adventures.
    Elle a un style aérien, toujours à la recherche de nouvelles aventures.