Synonyms for

Airport

Verb / ˈeˌrpɔ:rt / Another word for airport — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An airport is a place where airplanes take off and land, and where people get on and off airplanes.

Synonyms & similar words

aerodrome drome airdrome aerodrome airfield runway airpark airstrip airway heliport spaceport terminal

Synonyms by register

Formal

aerodrome airfield air terminal

Informal

strip port

Literary

skyport haven for wings

Antonyms

countryside village hometown remote area rural district

Common collocations

  • international airport
  • major airport
  • local airport
  • airport security
  • airport terminal
  • airport lounge
  • airport transfer

Word family

noun airport
verb airport
adjective airport-related

Usage note

While 'airport' is the most common term, 'aerodrome' and 'airfield' are more formal and sometimes used in technical contexts. 'Airport' can also be used as a verb, meaning to transport someone or something by aircraft.

Example sentences

  1. The airport was crowded with people waiting to board their flights.
  2. We had to go through security before we could enter the airport.
  3. The airplane took off from the airport runway.
  4. I saw an airplane land at the airport.
  5. The airport has a restaurant where you can buy food and drinks.

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