indraught

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   A draft or drawing inward.

   The open vent created a steady indraught of cool air.

2. 2
   noun

   In particular, an inward flow of air or water.

   The tide produced a strong indraught through the narrow channel.

Formed from in + draught, using draught in its older sense of a drawing or pulling. It names air, water, or another flow drawn inward.

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