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Air-intake

Description:

The term "air-intake" refers to the process or mechanism of bringing air or oxygen into a system, often related to engines, ventilation, or air filtration.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: The air-intake of the car's engine was clogged, causing decreased performance.
• Verb: The engine air-intakes suck in outside air to generate power.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A passage or opening through which air is drawn into an engine or ventilation system.

Example Sentence: The aircraft's air-intake was designed to ensure optimal airflow to the jet engines.

Related Products: Air Intake Systems, Air Intake Filters

Sense 2:

Noun: A device or structure that filters air or removes impurities before it enters a system.

Example Sentence: The air-intake for the building's ventilation system featured advanced filters to purify the air.

Related Products: Air Purifiers, Air Filters

Sense 3:

Verb: The action of inhaling or drawing in air.

Example Sentence: The athlete took a deep breath to air-intake before starting the race.

Related Products: Breathing Exercises, Breathing Training