Etymology
Origin of ducting
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They are simply plugged into the nearest socket and work by drawing in warm air, cooling it, and venting heat outside through a window via a pipe or ducting.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
A BBC News special report into the incident last year highlighted the concerns from a former employee about the installation of insulation on top of the ceiling and ducting in 2015.
From BBC ● Apr. 14, 2025
The ducting that delivers the hot air to the engine inlet to prevent ice buildup has seals at key connecting points.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 1, 2024
Many older homes have inferior heating systems that lack sufficient return-air ducting for modern air conditioning.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 8, 2024
As he moved, the ducting overhead shrieked and gave way.
From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi
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