airflow

noun

air·​flow ˈer-ˌflō How to pronounce airflow (audio)
: 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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That's because ventilation ensures there's a proper airflow that keeps the particles moving and from settling on any surface. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2025 Check Vents and Insulation Good airflow makes a huge difference, so make sure that air vents are all clear and unobstructed. Joel Thayer, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025 The racerback cut gives your arms maximum range of motion for workouts like yoga, boxing, and weightlifting, while the keyhole in the back gives more airflow. Clint Davis, People.com, 26 Jan. 2025 The fully open-back design enables unrestricted airflow to eliminate internal resonance and provide an extremely quick transient response. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for airflow 

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of airflow was in 1878

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“Airflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airflow. Accessed 12 Feb. 2025.

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airflow

noun
air·​flow -ˌflō How to pronounce airflow (audio)
: 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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