How to Pronounce "airlock"
word
ˈɛɹˌɫɔk
AIR-lawk
ˈeəlɒk
AIR-lok
Definition
A small room or compartment with two doors, used to separate areas of different air pressure; commonly found in spaceships or clean rooms to prevent air from entering or leaving suddenly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛɹˌɫɔk
British English
ˈeəlɒk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AIR-lawk
UK
AIR-lok
Listen in Context
The astronaut entered the airlock before going outside the spaceship.
You must close both doors of the airlock to keep the room clean.
The scientist explained how the airlock worked.
If you forget to seal the airlock, everyone inside could be in danger.