airflow

noun

air·​flow ˈer-ˌflō 

: 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

Examples of airflow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Propeller airflow creates a storm of noise, air distortion, and drift. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026

Each pad has more than 200 ventilation holes to boost airflow around your bust to prevent you from overheating. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026

The problem may be related to insulation, leaky ductwork, poor airflow, or the home’s overall thermal envelope rather than the size of the air conditioner itself. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 14 Sep. 2026

This can be easily remedied by replacing the cheesecloth with a mesh screen lid, which provides better airflow and easier drainage. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

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