NYT Dictionary

AIRLIFT

/ˈɛə.lɪft/
NounVerbAIR-liftair-lift · 2 syllablesGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019

Meaning

The transportation of troops, civilians or supplies by air, especially in an emergency.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From air + lift; compare sealift.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

liftaeroplaneairfreightairplaneasportationballoonbearingcarriagecarrycarrying

NYT Puzzle Appearances

No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2018, 2019.

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