airline
[ air-lahyn ]
/ ˈɛərˌlaɪn /
noun
Aeronautics.
- a system furnishing air transport, usually scheduled, between specified points.
- the airplanes, airports, etc., of such a system.
- Often airlines. a company that owns or operates such a system.
a direct line; beeline.
an airhose used to pipe air to a deep-sea diver, pneumatic drill, etc.
adjective
of or on an airline.
Words nearby airline
Definition for airline (2 of 2)
air-line
[ air-lahyn ]
/ ˈɛərˌlaɪn /
adjective
straight; direct; traveling a direct route: Some railroads advertise air-line routes between stations.
Origin of air-line
An Americanism dating back to 1805–15
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British Dictionary definitions for airline
airline
/ (ˈɛəˌlaɪn) /
noun
- a system or organization that provides scheduled flights for passengers or cargo
- (as modifier)an airline pilot
a hose or tube carrying air under pressure
mainly US
a beeline