third-person singular verb
It lets fresh air move through a room or around something so it becomes fresh or dry.
She airs the room every morning.
He airs the blankets in the sun.
American English
How to pronounce airs
verb · nounA2Very common word
EHRZ
/ɛɹz/
One syllable.
Form of air
Airs can be a third-person singular verb or a plural noun meaning affected behavior.
It lets fresh air move through a room or around something so it becomes fresh or dry.
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third-person singular verb
It broadcasts a program on television or radio.
The documentary airs tonight.
The local station airs the game on Sundays.
third-person singular verb
It tells people about a complaint, worry, or disagreement so they can discuss it.
She airs her concerns at every meeting.
He airs his opinions openly.
plural noun
Affected behavior that makes someone seem more important, refined, or confident than they really are.
He puts on airs around his new neighbors.
Her airs of superiority made the meeting uncomfortable.
Good to know
This noun usually appears in phrases such as put on airs or airs of superiority.
Useful expressions
to go outside for fresh air
I need to get some air after that meeting.
being broadcast on radio or television
The news is on the air at six.
not decided or certain
Our travel plans are still up in the air.