airlift

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun transportation of people or goods by air (especially when other means of access are unavailable)
  2. verb fly people or goods to or from places not accessible by other means

Etymology

From air + lift; compare sealift.

Synonyms

lift

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