ventilation

noun

ven·ti·la·tion | \ˌven-tə-ˈlā-shən

Definition of ventilation

1 : the act or process of ventilating

2a : circulation of air a room with good ventilation

b : the circulation and exchange of gases in the lungs or gills that is basic to respiration

3 : a system or means of providing fresh air

Examples of ventilation in a Sentence

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And aside from upkeep, there is no human intervention, which means the builder saves on labor, ventilation and lighting costs. — Stefanos Chen, The Seattle Times, "Real estate technology that could have a lasting effect on housing," 20 Nov. 2018 The architects designed the space in a cross formation, which allows ventilation to move through the rooms like a natural air conditioner. — Liz Stinson, Curbed, "Garden-filled house keeps cool with sandstone," 25 Sep. 2018 Without internal combustion engines chugging away, tunnels would be smaller, as ventilation is less of an issue. — Megan Geuss, Ars Technica, "Boring Company approved to build a tunnel entrance inside a residential garage," 13 Sep. 2018 The slitted front adds ventilation and a summery flash of skin, while staying feminine with bowtie knots. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, "15 Fresh Ideas for Covering Up at the Beach This Summer," 3 Aug. 2018 The dining room is airy and bright with living walls featuring plants and exposed ventilation. — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, "Detroit just got another burger joint: Why this one's different," 11 May 2018 Cut slits across the top of the stromboli to allow ventilation. — Alex Delany, Bon Appetit, "This Tax Season Stromboli Recipe Is My Only Dependent," 9 Apr. 2018 Zip-open panels on the sides and rear of the tent allow ventilation, while mesh keeps the bugs out. — Wes Siler, Outside Online, "A Better Rooftop Tent That's a Camper, Too," 3 Apr. 2018 As scientists have discovered in recent years, these mounds comprise a beautifully elegant system of natural ventilation. — Helen Czerski, WSJ, "Ventilation Tips From the Animal Kingdom," 1 Aug. 2018

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