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AWACS

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Acronym of Airborne Warning and Control System.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US, abbreviation, acronym, alt-of

Topics: aeronautics, aerospace, aviation, business, engineering, government, military, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, politics, war

Examples

  • Near-synonyms: AEW&C, AEW

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: AEW&C, AEW

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

An aircraft that contains an AWACS system; especially, the Boeing E-3 Sentry.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Antonyms: none provided

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