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downdraft
noun down·draft \-ˌdraft\
: a downward flow of air
Full Definition of DOWNDRAFT
1
: a downward current of gas (as air during a thunderstorm)
2
: decline 1 <an economic downdraft>
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First Known Use of DOWNDRAFT
1849
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