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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Alice Parker’s system used natural gas as a heat source, employed a central furnace and distributed warm air through ductwork to multiple rooms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Ask for a detailed assessment of your ductwork, potential issues, and a cost estimate.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2024
Building owners would need to pay for these additions, as well as ductwork remodeling.
From Scientific American • Jul. 19, 2023
"Detectives interviewed the director, who said that during a routine inspection of the school he noticed electrical wires, temporary ductwork, and numerous computers that seemed out of place," Mr Quigley said.
From BBC • Feb. 24, 2023
When they reached the subbasement, the elevator door skidded sideways, opening up on a dimly lit hallway where the ceiling was filled with a jumble of hanging pipes and dusty ductwork.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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