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Definition air in American English

air verb

verb
/er/
1

to broadcast something on radio or television

Example

Many viewers were shocked when the TV news aired graphic footage of the war.

Example

The show was first aired in 2001.

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2

to say in public what your opinions or complaints about something are

Example

In an interview, the singer aired his views on family life.

Example

We hold meetings where residents' problems can be aired.

Example

Employees should be given the opportunity to air their grievances.

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3

if you air a place or it airs, you open the doors and windows to let fresh air in

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3.1

if you air clothes, sheets, etc. or they air, you put them in warm or moving air until they are completely dry and smell clean

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Definition air in American English

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