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downdraft

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down·draft  (doundrft)
n.
1. A strong downward current of air.
2. A downward trend; downturn: The business hit a downdraft.

downdraft  (doundrft)
A downward moving current of air in a cumulonimbus cloud. Compare updraft.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.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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Srivastava (1985) considered the processes that drive a microburst downdraft based on the physical environment.
After an informative introduction, various tools and issues relevant to shop projects are covered including sharpening techniques and station, downdraft workbench, lumber and plywood storage, mobile clamping cart, drill press vise, shop built disc sander, sandpaper caddy, avoiding kickback and binding options, and a deluxe drum sander.
After an informative introduction, various tools and issues relevant to shop projects are covered including sharpening techniques and station, downdraft workbench, lumber and plywood storage, mobile clamping cart, drill press vise, shop built disc sander, sandpaper caddy, avoiding kickback and binding options, and a deluxe drum sander.
 
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