ventilation

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air
  2. noun a mechanical system in a building that provides fresh air
  3. noun free and open discussion of (or debate on) some question of public interest

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French ventilation, from Old French ventilacion, from Late Latin ventilatio, from Latin ventilo. Morphologically ventilate + -ion.

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Synonyms

airing

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