downdraft
downdraft · downdrafts
A strong, downward air currentA strong, downward air current; an air pocket or air hole.
US/dˈaʊndɹˌæft/
» A powerful downdraft sent the plane plunging.
Meaning
1 senses(US)A strong, downward air current; an air pocket or air hole.
a strong downward air current
Examples
1 sentencesA powerful downdraft sent the plane plunging.
Origin
From down- + draft.From down- + draft.
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Forms
plural: downdraftsWord family
1 related wordsRelateddownburst