antiaircraft
Translation
antiaircraft
Examples
They set up an antiaircraft gun.
They set up an antiaircraft gun.
Antiaircraft defenses were strong.
Antiaircraft defences were strong.
Grammar Patterns
antiaircraft ((noun)) used to describe something designed to attack aircraft The ship has antiaircraft missiles.
Similar Words
Synonyms: air-defense
Etymology
`anti-` (against) + `aircraft`. Literally means 'against aircraft'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'anti' (against) + 'aircraft'. It's a weapon *against aircraft*.