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Aerial View

/ˈɛəriəl vjuː/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A view from a high position, typically from an aircraft or drone, providing a perspective of the landscape below.

    "The aerial view of the city revealed the intricate layout of the streets."
  2. 2

    A photographic or video representation taken from above, often used in mapping or surveying.

    "The aerial view captured the sprawling park and its surrounding neighborhoods."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'aerial' originates from the Latin word 'aerialis', meaning 'of the air', which evolved through Middle English. 'View' comes from the Old French 'veue', meaning 'sight' or 'vision', reflecting the act of seeing or observing.

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