indraught

/ˈɪndrɔːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A current of air entering a place, especially a large building, through a window or other opening.

“The architect designed the building with large windows to maximize the natural indraught and reduce the need for air conditioning.”

2. noun

In a furnace or other combustion chamber, the current of air entering through the fuel inlet.

“The engineer adjusted the indraught to optimize the combustion efficiency of the furnace.”

Synonyms

  • current
  • draft

Antonyms

  • stagnation
  • stillness