ductwork

noun

duct·​work ˈdəkt-ˌwərk How to pronounce ductwork (audio)

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An older system may have been grandfathered in, but a new replacement will usually involve upgrading electrical systems and the ductwork to meet today’s codes. Kat Tretina, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026 In this case, Smith says your ductwork needs to be updated or replaced. Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 17 June 2026 Ventless hoods don't have ductwork and include a charcoal filter for trapping smoke and odors so that air can be recirculated. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 June 2026 In general, whole-home installations are often estimated at roughly $4 to $7 per square foot, with higher costs for retrofit projects or homes with more complex ductwork. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for ductwork

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First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ductwork was in 1934

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“Ductwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ductwork. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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