"sealed bag filled with air," 1836, from air (n.1) + bag (n.). In early use a means of raising sunken ships, etc.; as an automobile safety feature by 1970.
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air
air force
air mail
air-bag
airborne
air-brake
air-brush
air-conditioner
aircraft
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