aerothermodynamics

noun

aero·ther·mo·dy·nam·ics ˌer-ō-ˌthər-mə-(ˌ)dī-ˈna-miks

plural in form but singular or plural in construction

: the thermodynamics of gases and especially of air

aerothermodynamic

ˌer-ō-ˌthər-mə-(ˌ)dī-ˈna-mik

adjective

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In hypersonics alone, the company has relationships with a dozen universities to explore areas like aerothermodynamics and material science. —

Loren Thompson, Forbes, 10 Nov. 2022

Word History

Etymology

aero- + thermodynamics

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of aerothermodynamics was in 1949

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“Aerothermodynamics.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aerothermodynamics. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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