ventilation
noun
ven·ti·la·tion
ˌven-tə-ˈlā-shən 
1
: the act or process of ventilating
2
a
: circulation of air
a room with good ventilation
b(1)
: the circulation and exchange of gases in the lungs or gills that is basic to respiration
(2)
: artificial respiration of the lungs
3
: a system or means of providing fresh air
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The tent's mesh roof provides excellent ventilation and the ability to star gaze at night.
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Gather it into a bunch, tie the ends, and hang it upside down in a warm, dry place with good ventilation for about two weeks.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 July 2025
Available in tan or green, the all-season quilt combines linen, rayon, and brushed polyester for ventilation, durability, and comfort to keep you cool and look good doing it.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025
There was noticeable grease accumulation on the ventilation hood filters over the grill.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
july 18, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2025
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Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 25 July 2025
Gather it into a bunch, tie the ends, and hang it upside down in a warm, dry place with good ventilation for about two weeks.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 July 2025
Available in tan or green, the all-season quilt combines linen, rayon, and brushed polyester for ventilation, durability, and comfort to keep you cool and look good doing it.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025
There was noticeable grease accumulation on the ventilation hood filters over the grill.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
july 18, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for ventilation
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“Ventilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ventilation. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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ventilation
noun
ven·ti·la·tion
ˌvent-ᵊl-ˈā-shən
1
: the act or process of ventilating
2
: circulation of air
a room with good ventilation
3
: a system or means of providing fresh air
Medical Definition
ventilation
noun
ven·ti·la·tion
ˌvent-ᵊl-ˈā-shən
1
: the circulation and exchange of gases in the lungs or gills that is basic to respiration
2
: artificial respiration of the lungs
3
: the circulation of air through a space and especially an enclosed space
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