Meaning of the word vent in English

What does vent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

vent

US /vent/

UK /vent/

an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass through

Example:

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The bathroom has a small vent to remove steam.

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Smoke was coming out of the volcano's vent.

Synonym:

opening outlet aperture duct flue

to express or give forth (an emotion, opinion, etc.) freely or strongly

Example:

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She needed to vent her frustration after a long day.

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He used the meeting to vent his anger about the new policy.

Synonym:

express release discharge utter articulate

Related Word:

vol-au-vent