avionics
pronunciation
How to pronounce avionics in British English:
UK [ˌeɪviˈɒnɪks]
How to pronounce avionics in American English:
US [ˌeɪviˈɑnɪks]
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- Noun:
- science and technology of electronic systems and devices for aeronautics and astronautics
Word Origin
- avionics (n.)
- 1949, from aviation + electronics.
Example
- 1. It had been recently renovated with modern avionics .
- 2. The firm had also diversified in all directions including helicopter avionics and consumer online services .
- 3. Beyond price , how much of the next fighter 's production will remain local has emerged as a key question as japanese industry is pushing to keep jobs and nurture its military avionics know-how .
- 4. But fitted with new engines and avionics , aircraft can be kept going for a very long time .
- 5. Finmeccanica has recently emerged as bae 's biggest rival in the uk through its ownership of westland helicopters and an avionics business .