wind tunnel

noun

: a tunnellike passage through which air is blown at a known velocity to investigate air flow around an object (such as an airplane part or model) placed in the passage

Examples of wind tunnel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Leaders in the architecture group argued that such tall buildings would block sunrises, cast long shadows across the Plaza and cause wind tunnel effects. —Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 21 Nov. 2025

Next year’s car has been in the wind tunnel since January 2. —Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025

Initial models will be created and tested for stability and performance in the wind tunnel at Kiel University of Applied Sciences in Kiel, Germany. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2025

Since these helmets are aimed at riders spending long hours touring on tarmac, Cardo has paid special attention to airflow and stability, thanks to rigorous wind tunnel testing and a precision ventilation system that minimizes fatigue and maintains visibility in all weather conditions. —New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for wind tunnel

• bunnell
• funnel
• multifunctional

Kids Definition

wind tunnel

noun

: a passage like a tunnel through which air is blown at a known speed to investigate air flow around an object (as an airplane part or model) placed in the passage