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airlift

/ˈɛərlɪft/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does airlift mean?

noun, verb

A military or humanitarian operation in which people or supplies are transported by aircraft, typically in a large-scale or emergency situation. To transport people or supplies by aircraft, especially in a large-scale or emergency situation.

Example

"The airlift of refugees from the war-torn country was a massive operation that required coordination with multiple countries."

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