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aer⋅o⋅dy⋅nam⋅ics

  [air-oh-dahy-nam-iks]
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–noun (used with a singular verb)
the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion of air and other gases and with the effects of such motion on bodies in the medium. Compare aerostatics (def. 1).
Origin:
1830–40; aero- + dynamics

Related forms:
aer⋅o⋅dy⋅nam⋅ic, aer⋅o⋅dy⋅nam⋅i⋅cal, adjective
aer⋅o⋅dy⋅nam⋅i⋅cal⋅ly, adverb
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aer·o·dy·nam·ic   (âr'ō-dī-nām'ĭk)   
adj.  

  1. Of or relating to aerodynamics.

  2. Designed with rounded edges so as to reduce wind drag and thereby increase fuel efficiency. Used especially of motor vehicles.

aer'o·dy·nam'i·cal·ly adv.
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Cultural Dictionary

aerodynamics

The branch of science devoted to the study of the flow of gases around solid objects. It is especially important in the design of cars and airplanes, which move through the air.

Note: A vehicle that has been built to minimize friction with the air is said to be aerodynamically designed.
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Word Origin & History

aerodynamics 
1837, from Gk. aero- "air" (comb. form) + dynamics (q.v.). Probably modeled on Fr. aérodynamique or Ger. aerodynamische.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2001 Douglas Harper
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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: aero·dy·nam·ics
Pronunciation: -dI-'nam-iks
Function: noun plural but singular or plural in construction
: a branch ofdynamics that deals with the motion of air and other gaseous fluids and with the forces acting on bodies in motion relative to such fluids —aero·dy·nam·ic /-ik/ also aero·dy·nam·i·cal /-i-k&l/ adjective —aero·dy·nam·i·cal·ly /-i-k(&-)lE/ adverb —aero·dy·nam·i·cist /-'nam-&-s&st/ noun
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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