Ventilate: meaning, definitions and examples
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ventilate
[ ˈvɛntɪleɪt ]
room
To cause air to enter and circulate freely in a room or building, typically by means of windows or vents.
Synonyms
aerate, air out, freshen up
Examples of usage
- She opened the windows to ventilate the stuffy room.
- The HVAC system helps to ventilate the entire building effectively.
medical
To provide with fresh air or oxygen, especially in a medical setting.
Synonyms
breathe for, oxygenate
Examples of usage
- The patient was ventilated in the intensive care unit.
- The paramedics quickly ventilated the victim at the scene of the accident.
Translations
Translations of the word "ventilate" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ventilar
🇮🇳 वातानुकूलित करना
🇩🇪 lüften
🇮🇩 mengudara
🇺🇦 вентилювати
🇵🇱 wietrzyć
🇯🇵 換気する (かんきする)
🇫🇷 aérer
🇪🇸 ventilar
🇹🇷 havalandırmak
🇰🇷 환기하다 (hwangihada)
🇸🇦 تهوية (tahwiya)
🇨🇿 větrat
🇸🇰 vetrať
🇨🇳 通风 (tōngfēng)
🇸🇮 zračiti
🇮🇸 lofta út
🇰🇿 желдету
🇬🇪 განიავება (ganiaweba)
🇦🇿 havalandırmaq
🇲🇽 ventilar
Word origin
The word 'ventilate' is derived from the Latin word 'ventilare', which means 'to fan or agitate air'. The concept of ventilating spaces has been important throughout history, from ancient civilizations using natural ventilation techniques to modern HVAC systems. Proper ventilation is crucial for maintaining air quality and promoting a healthy environment.
See also: invent, prevent, vent, ventilation, ventral, venture.