ventilation system
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Definition
Noun: A ventilation system is a mechanical installation within a structure designed to circulate air, remove stale or polluted air, and supply fresh air from the outside.
Usage
A ventilation system is a singular, countable noun. It refers to the complete mechanical apparatus for air exchange. * It is typically used with articles like "a," "the," or possessives like "our," "the building's." * It often appears in contexts related to building management, indoor air quality, engineering, and health & safety.
Examples
- The office building's ventilation system was upgraded to improve energy efficiency.
- A properly functioning ventilation system is crucial in laboratories to remove hazardous fumes.
- During the renovation, the old ventilation system was completely replaced.
Advanced Usage
- "to adjust the ventilation system": To change the settings (e.g., fan speed, damper positions) of the system.
- The technician came to adjust the ventilation system for the winter season.
- "the ventilation system failed": Indicates a breakdown or malfunction of the system.
- The fire was exacerbated when the ventilation system failed.
Variants and Related Words
- Ventilation (n): The act or process of supplying fresh air. This is the general concept, while a "ventilation system" is the physical implementation.
- Proper ventilation is required in this workspace.
- HVAC system (n): Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning system. This is a broader term that includes a ventilation system as one of its components.
- The HVAC system regulates both temperature and air quality.
Synonyms
- Air handling system: A more technical term often used in engineering.
- Mechanical ventilation: A term specifying the type (mechanical vs. natural).
Related Phrases
- Supply vent / Exhaust vent: The individual grilles or ducts where fresh air enters or stale air exits the ventilation system.
- Please do not block the supply vents with furniture.
- Air exchange rate: A measure of how effectively a ventilation system replaces indoor air with outdoor air.
Noun
- a mechanical system in a building that provides fresh air
- she was continually adjusting the ventilation