aeration Definition

aerate
verb aerated, aerating

1. To expose something to or mix it with air or oxygen, eg to oxygenate (the blood).
2. To charge (a liquid) with carbon dioxide or some other gas, eg when making fizzy drinks. See also carbonate verb 1.

Derivative: aerated
adj

Derivative: aeration
noun

Etymology: 18c: from Latin aer air.