Ventilate Definition

ventilate
verb
  1. expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen; "air the old winter clothes"; "air out the smoke-filled rooms"
  2. expose to the circulation of fresh air so as to retard spoilage; "Wheat should be well ventilated"
  3. circulate through and freshen; "The gust of air ventilated the room"
  4. give expression or utterance to; "She vented her anger"; "The graduates gave vent to cheers"
  5. furnish with an opening to allow air to circulate or gas to escape; "The architect did not think about ventilating the storage space"

"Ventilate" in song lyrics

See how ventilate is used in real songs:

  • "get some air let it ventilate"
    Big Quarters — August
  • "Take off the coat so the physical can ventilate"
    Edan f/ Skillz Ferguson — Clinical Rhymes
  • "Breathe, we let the wind's breeze ventilate"
    Muph & Plutonic f/ BVA, Raph Boogie (Mnemonic Ascent) — Leave Your Shoes at the Door

Usage tips for "ventilate"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ventilate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ventilate to find words that pair well.

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