: 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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The criss-cross cutouts show a small amount of skin at the waist, while a larger cutout enhances airflow at the back.
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Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
Plus, the design is flattering on the waist and allows airflow to keep you cool in the heat.
—Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2024
Each pot has soil separators on its bottom to encourage adequate airflow through the soil, which helps minimize the risk of mold and rot.
—Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2024
Patio Fire Pit More than 2,000 reviewers give this a solid 4.7-star rating thanks to qualities like its patented internal airflow system, ease of assembly and sturdiness.
—Kelsey Chapman, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2024
For the rest of you, your air fryer is also still just an oven — but there is greater airflow.
—Maxwell Zeff / Gizmodo, Quartz, 1 Apr. 2024
Skechers Summits Fresh Impression Sneaker Skechers’ sporty pull-on sneakers are ideal for warmer weather, as they’re designed with a knit mesh material that has good airflow.
—Lauren Fischer, Travel + Leisure, 27 Mar. 2024
Instead, the complex will rely on natural airflow cooling and an underground water-cooling system.
—Evan Bush, NBC News, 10 Mar. 2024
That same airflow is likely a factor in spreading the contamination to restroom floors and walls.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 31 Jan. 2024
Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
Plus, the design is flattering on the waist and allows airflow to keep you cool in the heat.
—Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2024
Each pot has soil separators on its bottom to encourage adequate airflow through the soil, which helps minimize the risk of mold and rot.
—Rachel Ahrnsen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2024
Patio Fire Pit More than 2,000 reviewers give this a solid 4.7-star rating thanks to qualities like its patented internal airflow system, ease of assembly and sturdiness.
—Kelsey Chapman, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2024
For the rest of you, your air fryer is also still just an oven — but there is greater airflow.
—Maxwell Zeff / Gizmodo, Quartz, 1 Apr. 2024
Skechers Summits Fresh Impression Sneaker Skechers’ sporty pull-on sneakers are ideal for warmer weather, as they’re designed with a knit mesh material that has good airflow.
—Lauren Fischer, Travel + Leisure, 27 Mar. 2024
Instead, the complex will rely on natural airflow cooling and an underground water-cooling system.
—Evan Bush, NBC News, 10 Mar. 2024
That same airflow is likely a factor in spreading the contamination to restroom floors and walls.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 31 Jan. 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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