a·vi·on·ics

(ā′vē-ŏn′ĭks, ăv′ē-)

1. (used with a sing. verb) The science and technology of electronics and the development of electronic devices as applied to aeronautics and astronautics: Avionics has become even more important with the development of the space program.

2. (used with a pl. verb) The electronic systems, equipment, and other devices so developed: The avionics on this spacecraft represent a new generation of sophistication.

[avi(ation) + (electr)onics.]

a′vi·on′ic adj.

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Adj.

avionic - of or relating to avionics

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