ductwork
Americannoun
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a system of ducts used for a particular purpose, as in a ventilation or heating system.
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the pipes, vents, etc., belonging to such a system.
Etymology
Origin of ductwork
Example Sentences
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Besides ductwork and heating-and-cooling equipment, big residential projects such as those his firm develops use a lot of aluminum in facades and structural components.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 26, 2026
The Oak View Group, which is responsible for the building, said part of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system had separated from the ductwork but added no one had been hurt.
From BBC ● May 1, 2024
Building owners would need to pay for these additions, as well as ductwork remodeling.
From Scientific American ● Jul. 19, 2023
The larger-scale remediation work will include removing tainted surfaces, walls, ductwork and exhaust fan equipment.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 16, 2023
“This room is two stories above the cafe. The ductwork is connected.”
From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein
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