aerodynamics
pronunciation
How to pronounce aerodynamics in British English:
UK [ˌeərəʊdaɪˈnæmɪks]
How to pronounce aerodynamics in American English:
US [ˌeroʊdaɪˈnæmɪks]
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- Noun:
- the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion of gases (especially air) and their effects on bodies in the flow
Word Origin
- aerodynamics (n.)
- 1837, from aero- "air" + dynamics.
Example
- 1. The aerodynamics and the design are absolutely crazy .
- 2. But the aerodynamics involved are extremely complex and required a supercomputer to crack .
- 3. Birds have complex muscles that move their wings , making it difficult to copy their aerodynamics .
- 4. Aerodynamics are improved by means of covered wheels and a touching of glass on the body .
- 5. Its supersonic speeds and aerodynamics do the job , compressing the air into the engine .