aeronautics
/ˌɛɚ.oʊˈnɔ.tɪks/ noun C1- The design, construction, mathematics, and mechanics of aircraft and other flying objects; the study of and control of how aviation works. · Near-synonyms: aerodynamics, aviation
- The theory and practice of aircraft navigation. · Near-synonym: aeronavigation
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