aerial
UK/'єәriәl/US
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Definitions
adj.
Existing, happening, or operating in the air; taken from above
空中的；航空的；从空中拍摄的
n.
A metal rod or wire that sends or receives radio and TV signals; an antenna
天线（英式）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedaer (air) + -ial (relating to) = 'of the air.' As an adjective it describes anything in or from the air (aerial view, aerial attack). As a British noun it names an antenna — the metal that pulls signals out of the air.
Root aer still carries 5 more wordsUsage Guide
Two senses, two registers: the adjective ('aerial view, aerial photography') is universal; the noun meaning 'antenna' is mainly British — Americans usually say antenna.
Example Sentences
- 1.
The drone captured an aerial view of the coastline.
- 2.
Aerial photography reveals patterns invisible from the ground.
- 3.
Adjust the aerial to get a clearer TV picture.