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ductor

ductor

8.9
A part that directs the flow of air or water
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : ductor
  • Engineers installed a new ductor to improve water circulation in the system.

Examples

  • A malfunction in the ductor caused uneven airflow in the ventilation unit.

  • The ductor channels cool air throughout the building.

  • The air ductor ensures proper ventilation in the building.

  • Each ductor in the system is designed for maximum efficiency.

  • The ductor channels cool air throughout the building.

  • Engineers installed a new ductor to improve water circulation in the system.

  • A malfunction in the ductor caused uneven airflow in the ventilation unit.

Synonyms

deflector
vsductor
  • Specialized
70 6.3

A device that changes the direction of air, water, or smoke

guides flow generally rather than only redirecting it to the side
diverter
vsductor
  • Specialized
3 5.5

A device that changes the direction of water or air flow

guides flow broadly instead of forcing a route change
divertor
vsductor
  • Specialized
8.4

A valve that sends water or gas into different pipes

guides flow generally rather than routing it into specific outlets

Compounds

Naucrates ductor
  • Specialized
9.9

A small striped fish that often swims near sharks or manta rays

How Effective

pipe
344 1.0
conduit
97 6.5
duct
  • Specialized
145 4.1
ductor
  • Specialized
8.9
hose
183 1.0
vent
155 2.7

Surface Forms

ductor singular
ductors plural

Etymology

Ductor comes from the old Latin root duc- meaning 'to lead'. Think of a duct — a tube that 'leads' air or water to another place, so a ductor is a part or device that guides flow.