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down·draft (doun

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1. A strong downward current of air.

2. A downward trend; downturn: The business hit a downdraft.

downdraft (doun

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A downward moving current of air in a cumulonimbus cloud. Compare updraft.

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Noun

downdraft - a strong downward air current

draft, draught - a current of air (usually coming into a chimney or room or vehicle)

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