Ventilation Shaft (Noun)
Meaning
A shaft in a building; serves as an air passage for ventilation.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The ventilation shaft in our building was equipped with large fans to circulate the air more efficiently.
- The air in the room was stale until they discovered that the ventilation shaft had been blocked by a row of old files.
- Before renovating the basement, the contractor made sure to inspect the ventilation shaft for any signs of damage or wear.
- Unfortunately, the noise from the ventilation shaft in the ceiling made it difficult to concentrate during the meeting.
- Maintenance workers regularly cleaned the ventilation shafts in all the high-rise offices to prevent dust buildup.