Main Entry:

airy

Pronunciation:

\ˈer-ē\

Function:

adjective

Inflected Form(s):

air·i·er; air·i·est

Date:

14th century

1 a: of or relating to air : atmospheric b: high in the air : lofty <airy perches> c: performed in air : aerial <airy leaps>2: unreal, illusory <airy romances>3 a: being light and graceful in movement or manner : sprightly, vivacious <an airy dance> b: exceptionally light, delicate, or refined <an airy fragrance>4 a: open to the free circulation of air <an airy room> b: having openings or spaces <airy lacework>5: affected, proud <airy condescension>

— air·i·ly \ˈer-ə-lē\ adverb

— air·i·ness \-ē-nəs\ noun