airing meaning

UK /ˈɛərɪŋ/ US /ˈɛrɪŋ/ 2 syllables

airing (noun): the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate.

airing has 3 meanings in this dictionary.

airing as a noun

  1. the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate

    Synonyms: dissemination, public exposure, spreading

    Type of: transmission

    Kinds: circulation, propagation

  2. a short excursion (a walk or ride) in the open air
    • he took the dogs for an airing

    Type of: excursion

  3. the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air

    Synonyms: ventilation

    Type of: improvement

How to pronounce airing

airing is pronounced /ˈɛərɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈɛrɪŋ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with airing

Word lists: words starting with AI · words ending in NG · 6-letter words

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