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air duct

American  

noun

  1. an enclosure, usually of sheet metal, that conducts heated or conditioned air.


Etymology

Origin of air duct

First recorded in 1865–70


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Garvins said tests conducted at the post office, located at 2510 Monterey St., showed no asbestos-containing materials were located within the air duct systems or areas occupied by workers and visitors.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2025

When hiring, inquire about the professional’s experience, training and methods for air duct cleaning.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 26, 2024

Mr. Londonio had initially considered escaping through an air duct in the prison’s gym but soon realized he wouldn’t fit, the F.B.I. agents wrote in their report.

From New York Times ● Oct. 18, 2019

For years, it has been embroiled in lawsuits over its publication of fire and electrical safety standards, air duct leakage standards, nonprofit tax returns and European Union baby pacifier regulations.

From Washington Times ● Jun. 26, 2019

Ronneberg sent three team members to try other doors while he and Fredrik Kayser started looking for the air duct.

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin

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