Meaning & use
airman
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A member of an air force, especially one holding a rank below officer.
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The young airman completed basic training before being assigned to his first squadron.
Airmen from the base helped deliver supplies during the flood relief effort.
A note on using this word
In the U.S. Air Force, 'Airman' is also a specific junior enlisted rank, distinct from its general use meaning any air force member.
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