English

ventilate

ˈvent(ə)lˌeɪt, ˈven.t̬əl.eɪt
Meaning: to cause fresh air to enter and move around a closed space
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ˈven.t̬əl.eɪt

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base ventilate
3rd person singular present ventilates
Present participle ventilating
Past ventilated
Will future will ventilate
Going-to future going to ventilate
Imperative negative don't ventilate / do not ventilate

Example

You should open the windows to ventilate the room.
You should open the windows to ventilate the room.

Usage Notes

Refers to the process of providing fresh air to an enclosed area. It can also mean to express an opinion publicly or to use a machine to help someone breathe.

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