airing

noun

air·​ing ˈer-iŋ How to pronounce airing (audio)
1
: exposure to air or heat for drying or freshening
give the room an airing
2
: exposure to or exercise in the open air especially to promote health or fitness
3
: exposure to public view or notice
4
: a radio or television broadcast

Examples of airing in a Sentence

A full airing of the issue is scheduled.
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The airing of the 24th Annual American Kennel Club (AKC) National Championship Presented by Royal Canin is hosted by AKC executive secretary and spokesperson Gina DiNardo and sportscaster Carolyn Manno. Kelli Bender, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024 Paramount Network is currently hosting a special linear airing of 1923’s first season. 1923 is executive produced by Yellowstone co-creator Sheridan, as well as David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, Bob Yari, Ben Richardson, Michael Friedman and Keith Cox. Lynette Rice, Deadline, 15 Dec. 2024 Welker’s interview with Trump will be taped on Dec. 6, and highlights will be released across NBC News, NBC News Now and NBCNews.com in advance of the Sunday airing. Selome Hailu, Variety, 4 Dec. 2024 Even before the airing of the third season, which is set in Thailand, the White Lotus effect has already been felt there. Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for airing 

Word History

First Known Use

1587, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of airing was in 1587

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“Airing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airing. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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