: a flow of air
especially
: the motion of air (as around parts of an airplane in flight) relative to the surface of a body immersed in it
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The mountain ranges restrict airflow and prevent pollution from dispersing.
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Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
The car prioritizes airflow like it's meant to be driven in Formula 1.
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Lace is easily one of the smartest spring fabrics, as the open patchwork helps circulate airflow.
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The elastic waistband is forgiving (especially post-resort buffet), and the wide legs allow airflow, even in hot climates.
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Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
The car prioritizes airflow like it's meant to be driven in Formula 1.
—New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025
Lace is easily one of the smartest spring fabrics, as the open patchwork helps circulate airflow.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 20 Apr. 2025
The elastic waistband is forgiving (especially post-resort buffet), and the wide legs allow airflow, even in hot climates.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2025
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“Airflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airflow. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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airflow
noun
air·flow
-ˌflō 
: a flow of air
especially
: the motion of air (as around parts of an airplane in flight) compared to the surface of a body surrounded by the air
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