aerobatics

[ air-uh-bat-iks ]
/ ˌɛər əˈbæt ɪks /

noun

(used with a plural verb) stunts performed in flight by an airplane, glider, or the like.
(used with a singular verb) the art or technique of performing such stunts.

Origin of aerobatics

First recorded in 1915–20; aero- + (acro)batics

OTHER WORDS FROM aerobatics

aer·o·bat·ic, adjective

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British Dictionary definitions for aerobatic

aerobatics
/ (ˌɛərəʊˈbætɪks) /

noun

(functioning as singular or plural) spectacular or dangerous manoeuvres, such as loops or rolls, performed in an aircraft or glider; stunt flying

Derived forms of aerobatics

aerobatic, adjective

Word Origin for aerobatics

C20: from aero- + ( acro) batics