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airhead

The correct spelling is airhead.

How to pronounce airhead

/ˈɛːhɛd/
noun

IPA: /ˈɛːhɛd/

Say it like: Ayr-hee-d

The correct spelling is airhead. A horizontal channel providing ventilation in a mine.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A horizontal channel providing ventilation in a mine.
  2. 2.An area of hostile territory that has been seized for use as an airbase to ensure the further safe landing of troops and materiel.
  3. 3.(by extension) A (usually temporary) landing area for aircraft for supplying a non-military operation.
  4. 4.(originally United States) A foolish, silly, or unintelligent person.

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