updraft

UK
/ˈʌpdrɑːft/
US
/ˈʌpdræft/
updraftnoun
updrafts
pl
UK
/ˈʌpdrɑːft/
US
/ˈʌpdræft/
Translations
восходящий поток
The hot air balloon rose quickly due to the strong updraft.
Воздушный шар быстро поднялся благодаря сильному восходящему потоку.
Definitions
An upward current of air.
The glider soared higher as it caught a strong updraft.
Synonyms
updraftadjective
UK
/ˈʌp.drɑːft/
US
/ˈʌp.dræft/
Used attributively before a noun to denote something involving an upward current of air.
Definitions
Relating to, generated by, or characterized by an upward current of air.
The updraft cooling tower relies on natural convection to disperse heat.