: a flow of air
especially
: the motion of air (as around parts of an airplane in flight) relative to the surface of a body immersed in it
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Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
Avoid close contact: If someone near you is coughing or sneezing, try to politely distance yourself, or turn your air vent to create airflow that directs pathogens away from your body or face.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Bonus points for the soft, breathable cashmere blend cover and hybrid design that promote good airflow to help keep couples from overheating.
—Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
The container also keeps your produce elevated in a removable basket to promote airflow and prevent moisture buildup by keeping produce away from the bottom and sides of the container.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Airflow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airflow. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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airflow
noun
air·flow
-ˌflō 
: a flow of air
especially
: the motion of air (as around parts of an airplane in flight) compared to the surface of a body surrounded by the air
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