Definition of Vent

an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass out of or into a confined space

Examples of Vent in a sentence

A vent at the top of the chimney allows smoky air to escape and fresh air to enter the home.  🔊

The dryer had a vent that expelled lint and hot air from the house.  🔊

Most homes have at least one air vent that releases stale air from the house and allows clean, outside air to enter.  🔊

A volcano is a natural vent that releases pent up hot air from the Earth’s surface in the form of lava.  🔊

In Victorian times, people used to learn secrets by listening to conversations through an air vent in the wall.  🔊

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