ventilation

ven·ti·la·tion | \ ˌven-tə-ˈlā-shən

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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

Recent Examples on the Web There will be countless other logistical considerations built into the design, from deliveries and patient transfers to storage and ventilation. — Oscar Holland And Alexandra Lin, CNN, "How to design a hospital that's built in days, by someone who's done it before," 7 Feb. 2020 Another effective way to reduce moisture is to increase ventilation. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How To Battle Mold and Mildew In Your Home," 3 Feb. 2020 For men’s slope-worthy sunglasses, look to Julbo’s Shield, with removable side shields, a nose grip to help glasses stay put down the mountain, and air ventilation features in addition to all the UV protection. — Terry Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, "Ski Trip Packing List: All the Essentials for a Weekend On (and Off) the Slopes," 29 Jan. 2020 Upon their return to Earth, a ventilation valve was jolted open, causing the capsule to depressurize. — Fox News, "Challenger explosion among the deadliest space disasters," 29 Jan. 2020 Inside, the market is open and airy with high ceilings and exposed ventilation. — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, "Woodward Corner Market opens Wednesday: Here's a peek inside," 27 Jan. 2020 The higher-end houses had dormer windows for additional ventilation and front porches. — Paula Allen, ExpressNews.com, "San Antonio West Side developers were subdivision pioneers," 18 Jan. 2020 They're also heated, 20-way power adjustable, and the Luxury Seating package adds massage and ventilation functions. — Scott Oldham, Car and Driver, "The Right Amount of M," 14 Jan. 2020 While comfortably seated behind the three-spoke steering wheel, Patrick gazes at the Indian-head ornament on the radiator cap through the non-glare vision/ventilation windshield. — Vern Parker, Houston Chronicle, "The Classics:1931 Pontiac a big six with 60 horsepower," 10 Jan. 2020

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11 Feb 2020

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“Ventilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ventilation. Accessed 24 Feb. 2020.

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