| verb | expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen “air the old winter clothes” |
| verb | expose to the circulation of fresh air so as to retard spoilage “Wheat should be well ventilated” |
| verb | circulate through and freshen “The gust of air ventilated the room” |
| verb | give expression or utterance to “She vented her anger” |
| verb | furnish with an opening to allow air to circulate or gas to escape “The architect did not think about ventilating the storage space” |
| venting | noun | the act of venting |
| vent | noun | a hole for the escape of gas or air |
| ventilator | noun | a device (such as a fan) that introduces fresh air or expels foul air |
| ventilation | noun | a mechanical system in a building that provides fresh air |
| venter | noun | a speaker who expresses or gives vent to a personal opinion or grievance |
| ventilatory | adjective | provided with ventilation or involving pulmonary ventilation |