Why does 'aether' matter, and what are all these 'dirigibles' in the air? If you are unfamiliar with the fantasy and Steampunk settings of the Finishing School and Parasol Protectorate series, feel free to familiarize yourself with common terms and expressions here- all the best captains procure a good compass before they set sail.
If you cannot find a word you want, let us know, and we'll add that too.