airstream
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6.3
- noun
- /ˈɛrˌstrim/
- Specialized
- The captured airstream is then treated through a biofilter.
Examples
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The airstream generated by the jet engine pushes the aircraft forward into the sky.
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I closed my eyes when the concentrated airstream was aimed at my forehead.
Fiction book (1997) -
Further, the prior art devices generally sample only a small portion of the airstream they create.
Blog text (26) -
Another constant source of odor is the airstream emitted from an odor control device.
Academic text (1997) -
The coil extracts heat from the exhaust airstream to preheat the outdoor airstream, thus requiring less energy for makeup air heating.
Academic text (2005) -
An electrically energized emitter fills the airstream with positive and negative ions that quickly neutralize static charges, the company says.
Academic text (2004) -
As the airplane ascended, the airstream from its propellers created a noticeable rush of wind inside the cabin.
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The pilot adjusted the flaps to optimize the airstream, improving the aircraft's fuel efficiency during flight.
Synonyms
37
3.0
A narrow strong stream of liquid or gas
12
8.0
Air moving behind a fast vehicle like a plane or car that helps others go faster
8
3.5
The movement of air through or around things
6
2.8
Movement of air through a space or system
6
3.3
A movement of air from one place to another
3
6.1
A backward flow of water behind a moving boat that rocks small boats
2
8.4
The flow of air pushed backward by a propeller or wing
2
2.6
Air moving through a place or system
1
3.5
A flow of air moving through a space, often as a breeze or strong gust
1
8.4
A strong flow of air pushed backward by a plane propeller
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Etymology
Airstream comes from the parts air and stream, with stream meaning a 'flow' like a moving stream of water. So, for an aircraft, an airstream is the strong flow of air pushed back by a propeller or jet engine.