aviation
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The activity of flying aircraft, or the industry connected with designing, building, and operating them.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He has been fascinated by _____ ever since his first flight as a child."
Answer: aviation
In your own words, what does "aviation" mean?
The activity of flying aircraft, or the industry connected with designing, building, and operating them.
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