airsick

adjective

air·​sick ˈer-ˌsik How to pronounce airsick (audio)
: affected with motion sickness associated with flying
airsickness noun

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1785, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of airsick was circa 1785

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Cite this Entry

“Airsick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airsick. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

airsick

adjective
air·​sick -ˌsik How to pronounce airsick (audio)
: sick to one's stomach while riding in an airplane because of its motion
airsickness noun

Medical Definition

airsick

adjective
: affected with motion sickness associated with flying
airsickness noun

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