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ventilation

Ventilation (noun) means the replacement of stale or noxious air with fresh.

noun
1
The replacement of stale or noxious air with fresh.
2
The mechanical system used to circulate and replace air.
3
An exchange of views during a discussion.
4
The public exposure of an issue or topic.
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Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French ventilation, from Old French ventilacion, from Late Latin ventilatio, from Latin ventilo. Morphologically ventilate + -ion.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of ventilation?

"ventilation" (noun) means the replacement of stale or noxious air with fresh.

What are the different meanings of ventilation?

"ventilation" has 3 main meanings: 1. The replacement of stale or noxious air with fresh; 2. The mechanical system used to circulate and replace air; 3. An exchange of views during a discussion.

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