aviation
/ˌeɪviˈeɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic TravelWord #7012 in the learning path
航空；航空业
Definitions
n. The activity or industry of flying and operating aircraft.
航空；航空业
Example
Her interest in aviation began with a flying lesson.
她对航空的兴趣始于一堂飞行课。
The aviation industry faces pressure to reduce emissions while meeting growing demand for international travel.
航空业面临着既要减少排放，又要满足不断增长的国际旅行需求的压力。
Collocations
- civil aviation
- aviation industry
- aviation safety
Word family
- aviator (n.)
Usage tip
不可数名词，常指飞行活动或整个航空业。
FAQ
- What does aviation mean?
- The activity or industry of flying and operating aircraft.
- How is aviation pronounced?
- UK /ˌeɪviˈeɪʃən/, US /ˌeɪviˈeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
