🇵🇹Portuguese Source WordCode: PT

Segurança da aviação

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Segurança da aviação

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Aviation Security/ˌeɪ.viˈeɪ.ʃən sɪˈkjʊr.ɪ.ti/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇵🇹 Example Sentence in Portuguese:

"A segurança da aviação é uma prioridade em todos os aeroportos."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The measures taken to ensure the safety of passengers, crew, and aircraft from unlawful interference.

    "Aviation security protocols were heightened following the recent threats to commercial flights."
  2. 2

    The systems and procedures implemented at airports and on aircraft to prevent acts of terrorism and other criminal activities.

    "The aviation security team conducted thorough screenings of all baggage before boarding."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'aviation' originates from the Latin word 'avis', meaning 'bird', and was first used in the early 20th century to describe the operation of aircraft. 'Security' comes from the Latin 'securitas', meaning 'freedom from care', and has evolved to encompass measures taken to ensure safety and protection.

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