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Meaning of the word airy in English

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airy

US /ˈer.i/
UK /ˈer.i/
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Adjective

1.

with plenty of fresh air circulating

Example:
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The room was light and airy.
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We need to find an airy space for the event.
Synonym:
well-ventilatedbreezyspaciouslightopen
2.

light and delicate in appearance or manner

Example:
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Her movements were graceful and airy.
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The ballet dancer had an airy quality to her leaps.
Synonym:
lightdelicateetherealgracefulnimble
3.

lacking in seriousness or substance; superficial

Example:
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His airy dismissal of the problem annoyed everyone.
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She had an airy disregard for the rules.
Synonym:
superficialfrivolousflippantinsubstantialunserious
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