Simple Definition of airy

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airy

adjective

airier; airiest
1
: having a lot of open space through which air can move freely
The room is open, light, and airy.
an airy restaurant
2
: having a light or careless quality that shows a lack of concern
He refused with an airy wave of his hand.
3
: very light or delicate
an airy fabric
4
: high in the air : lofty
The hawk gazed down from its airy perch.

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