Airborne

/ˈɛrˌbɔrn/ adjective

Definition

transported by air; in flight

Etymology

From air + borne, past participle of bear 'to carry'

Kelly Says

Whether describing paratroopers, pollen, or pathogens, 'airborne' captures humanity's fascination with things that travel through our invisible aerial highway.

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