ductwork

noun

duct·​work ˈdəkt-ˌwərk How to pronounce ductwork (audio)

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Leaky ductwork can result in losing cold air to the basement or crawl spaces. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 July 2026 Poor ductwork connections, refrigerant issues or inadequate airflow can also reduce efficiency and increase operating costs. Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 30 June 2026 Ductless mini-splits are HVAC units that heat and cool individual rooms without requiring ductwork. Alora Bopray, USA Today, 29 June 2026 Neglecting the Filter Whether your air conditioner is connected to the furnace and ductwork or is a stand-alone unit (such as a window AC or a mini-split system), changing the filter is necessary. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for ductwork

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First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ductwork was in 1934

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“Ductwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ductwork. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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