updraft

UK
/ˈʌpdrɑːft/
US
/ˈʌpdræft/

Translations

updraftnoun
updrafts
pl
UK
/ˈʌpdrɑːft/
US
/ˈʌpdræft/
восходящий поток
The hot air balloon rose quickly due to the strong updraft.
Воздушный шар быстро поднялся благодаря сильному восходящему потоку.
Synonyms
updraftadjective
UK
/ˈʌp.drɑːft/
US
/ˈʌp.dræft/
Used attributively before a noun to denote something involving an upward current of air.

Definitions

updraftnoun
An upward current of air.
The glider soared higher as it caught a strong updraft.
updraftadjective
Relating to, generated by, or characterized by an upward current of air.
The updraft cooling tower relies on natural convection to disperse heat.