: 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
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Despite its small size, the 12-inch unit delivers powerful airflow, moving air at speeds of up to 20 feet per second.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 23 June 2025
Regular pruning can help improve airflow and sunlight penetration, which is key to fending off pests and diseases.
—Mike Irvine, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2025
Temperatures inside a car can rise quickly on a hot day, leaving dogs, cats and other animals at risk of heat stroke or death if left alone without adequate airflow.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2025
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Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
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, 23 June 2025
Despite its small size, the 12-inch unit delivers powerful airflow, moving air at speeds of up to 20 feet per second.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 23 June 2025
Regular pruning can help improve airflow and sunlight penetration, which is key to fending off pests and diseases.
—Mike Irvine, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2025
Temperatures inside a car can rise quickly on a hot day, leaving dogs, cats and other animals at risk of heat stroke or death if left alone without adequate airflow.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2025
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“Airflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airflow. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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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
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