aerobatics
aerobatics Lexical Profile
aerobatics Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The practice, sport, or art of performing spectacular flying maneuvers such as loops, rolls, and spins in an aircraft.
"She began her aviation career in commercial transport before transitioning to competitive aerobatics."
Spectacular or complex aerial feats and maneuvers performed by an aircraft, bird, or flying insect.
"The crowd watched in awe as the biplanes executed daring aerobatics high above the airfield."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse 'aerobatics' (spectacular aerial maneuvers performed in an aircraft) with 'aerobics' (physical exercise designed to improve cardiovascular fitness). In addition, 'aerobatics' takes a singular verb when referring to the sport or art form as a whole, and a plural verb when referring to specific aerial maneuvers.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the early 20th century as a blend of 'aero-' (from Ancient Greek 'aēr', meaning air) and 'acrobatics'.