Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

antiair

Adjective

/ˌæn.tiˈɛr/

Definition

Antiair refers to systems or measures designed to combat or repel airborne threats, particularly in a military context.

Examples

The army deployed antiair missiles to protect the base from potential air strikes.
The new radar system enhances the antiair capability of the defense system.
He studied various antiair tactics used in modern warfare.

Meaning

The term derives from the prefix ‘anti-‘, meaning against, and ‘air’, indicating a focus on aerial objects. It is often used to describe weapons or strategies that target enemy aircraft.