- A device that circulates fresh air and expels stale or foul air.
- Medicine. A respirator.
ventilator
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ven·ti·la·tor (vĕn'tl-ā'tər)  |
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| Architecture: ventilator |
1. In a room or building, any device or contrivance used to provide fresh air or expel stale air. See ridge ventilator, roof ventilator, and slit ventilator.
2. A framework, pivoted on hinges, in which panes of glass are set; a pivoted sash.
3. Same asVentlight.
| Veterinary Dictionary: ventilatory |
Pertaining to or emanating from pulmonary ventilation.
- v. failure — respiratory acidosis.
| Word Tutor: ventilator |
IN BRIEF: An opening or device for bringing in fresh air.
The painters used a ventilator to keep the paint fumes from getting too strong.
| Shopping: ventilator |
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