ˈ ̷ ̷mən, -ˌman, -ˌmaa(ə)n noun
( plural airmen )
1. : bratticer
2. : an icehouse worker who freshens the water in the cores of partially frozen blocks of ice to remove impurities and make the ice clear
3. : one engaged in the operation, navigation, or maintenance of aircraft: as
a. : an enlisted man or woman in the United States Air Force ; specifically : one of any of four ranks below a staff sergeant
b. : an enlisted man in the United States Navy who performs general duties concerned with the operation of aircraft
c. : a civilian or military person who is a pilot or is associated with aviation