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Meaning of ventilation
The primary meaning of the word "ventilation" refers to the provision of fresh air and the removal of stale air from a building or room.
Etymology of ventilation
The word "ventilation" comes from the Latin word "ventilare", which means "to fan" or "to breeze", and is derived from "ventus", meaning "wind"
The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe the movement of air, especially in buildings and mines
Synonyms
aeration
airing
breathing
circulation
cooling
exhaust
fanning
freshening
inhalation
intake
oxygenation
respiration
airing out
blowout
breeziness
circulation of air
cooldown
deaeration
deflation
diffusion
draught
exhalation
expulsion
inhalation
insufflation
puff
resuscitation
sufflation
waft
wind
Definitions
- The provision of fresh air and the removal of stale air from a building or room
- * The movement of air, especially in and out of the lungs
- * The act or process of ventilating, or the state of being ventilated
Usage Examples
- The new office building has a state-of-the-art ventilation system to ensure a healthy working environment
- * Proper ventilation is essential for preventing the buildup of mold and mildew in basements
- * The hospital's ventilation system is designed to remove airborne pathogens and prevent the spread of infection
Antonyms
stagnation
congestion
suffocation
strangulation
obstruction
blockage
closure
sealing
stoppage
occlusion
restriction
limitation
confinement
imprisonment
entrapment
strangulation
asphyxiation
smothering
stifling
choking
gagging