air pocket

noun

: a condition of the atmosphere (such as a local downdraft) that causes an airplane to drop suddenly

Examples of air pocket in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

As water flows through the pipes past the obstruction, air pockets can form, creating a gurgling noise. —Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 10 June 2026

The structure can withstand winds up to 180 mph, and is clad in a veil of termite-resistant charred cedar backed by an air pocket that helps keep the interior cool. —Fred Albert, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026

Water fills air pockets in soil, holding the heat that has been absorbed during the day and releasing it at night. —Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026

The systems submitted by Elbit America, L3Harris, and Photonis all reflect a transition from monocular to binocular systems, providing a wider field of view, improved situational awareness, and proper depth perception – so less tripping over air pockets in the dark. —David Szondy may 17, New Atlas, 17 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for air pocket

• pickpocket
• skyrocket
• docket
• locket
• rocket
• socket
• sprocket

Kids Definition

air pocket

noun

: a condition of the atmosphere that causes an airplane to drop suddenly