airing

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate
  2. noun a short excursion (a walk or ride) in the open air
  3. noun the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air

Etymology

From air (“substance constituting Earth’s atmosphere”, noun) and air (“to bring (something) into contact with the air; to let fresh air into (a place); to make public (an opinion, etc.); to broadcast (something)”, verb) + -ing (suffix forming nouns or noun-like terms from verbs, denoting acts of doing something, actions, or the embodiment of action; and forming the present participles of verbs).

In classic literature

Synonyms

dissemination, public exposure, spreading

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