Airline

Definition

Airline is a noun that refers to a company that provides regular flights for transporting passengers and cargo via airplanes.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɛrˌlaɪn/
• Respelling: AIR-line

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈeəˌlaɪn/
• Respelling: AIR-line

The pronunciation of "airline" is similar in both American and British English.

Etymology

The word "airline" originated in the early 20th century from the words "air" and "line," symbolizing a transportation route in the air. The term became commonly used as aviation developed as a means of public transportation.

Derivatives

• Airliner (noun)
• Airlines (plural noun)
• Airline industry (noun phrase)
• Airline employee (noun phrase)
• Airline pilot (noun phrase)

Synonyms

• Carrier
• Flight operator
• Aviation company

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "airline" is widely used to refer to companies involved in air transport, such as "The airline offers flights to over 50 destinations worldwide."

Related Terms

• Airport: A facility where aircraft can take off, land, and be serviced.
• Aviation: The operation, design, and development of aircraft.
• Flight: The action of flying, typically referring to scheduled airplane travel.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A company that provides air transportation for passengers and cargo: Refers to an organization that operates flights on a regular schedule.
  • Example: "The airline announced new routes for the summer season."
• A route along which airplanes regularly fly: Refers to a specific path or service offered by a transportation company in the air.
  • Example: "This airline operates the busiest route in the region."