What does "aerodynamics" mean?

The science of the dynamics of bodies moving relative to gases, especially the interaction of moving objects with the atmosphere.

Aerodynamics

Common synonyms include: aerial photography, aeroballistics, aerofluid dynamics, aerogeology, aerography, aerology.

noun

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Noun

1
The science of the dynamics of bodies moving relative to gases, especially the interaction of moving objects with the atmosphere. uncountable
"He specializes in aerodynamics."
2
the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion of gases (especially air) and their effects on bodies in the flow wordnet
3
The aerodynamic properties of a particular object (typically a car or aircraft). uncountable
"This type of airfoil doesn't have the right aerodynamics to achieve what they're trying to achieve."

"I don't understand the aerodynamics."

From aero- + dynamics. Compare French aérodynamique, German Aerodynamik, and Italian aerodinamica.