ductwork

noun

duct·​work ˈdəkt-ˌwərk 

: ducting

Examples of ductwork in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The misconception is that high-efficiency equipment alone ensures an efficient home; however, the entire system, including ductwork and building enclosure, must work together. — Brynn Cooksey, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Up front, there’s a new nose with new ductwork that allows air to flow more efficiently and precisely, generating more downforce, eliminating turbulence, and also improving cooling. — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 6 Aug. 2026

Hissing Hissing in your ductwork suggests air is escaping, which isn’t good, but also not an emergency. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2026

Following the recommendations by Abraham, a dryer venting ductwork should be cleaned at least once every two years to ensure proper air flow, maximize the performance of the appliance, and prevent the risk of fire in a home. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 2 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for ductwork

• artwork
• beadwork
• berserk
• breastwork
• brickwork
• brushwork
• casework
• classwork
• clockwork
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• earthwork
• falsework