Draughty
adjective
A place that has cold air flowing through it which makes it uncomfortable.
The old farmhouse was draughty and cold during the winter months.
Often appears as...
- draughty windows
- draughty room
adjective
A place that has cold air flowing through it which makes it uncomfortable.
The old farmhouse was draughty and cold during the winter months.
Often appears as...
- draughty windows
- draughty room
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Discomfort
Describes a lack of warmth or insulation, leading to discomfort from the cold air.
I need to fix the insulation to stop this room from being so draughty.
Pro Tip 2/3Specific Locations
Often used with parts of a building where air penetrates, like windows or doors.
I can feel a draught coming from the windows; they are really draughty.
Pro Tip 3/3Building Condition
Implies that the building or structure is old or not well-maintained.
The rented flat is charming but very draughty in the winter.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Discomfort
Describes a lack of warmth or insulation, leading to discomfort from the cold air.
I need to fix the insulation to stop this room from being so draughty.
Pro Tip 2/3Specific Locations
Often used with parts of a building where air penetrates, like windows or doors.
I can feel a draught coming from the windows; they are really draughty.
Pro Tip 3/3Building Condition
Implies that the building or structure is old or not well-maintained.
The rented flat is charming but very draughty in the winter.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Discomfort
Describes a lack of warmth or insulation, leading to discomfort from the cold air.
I need to fix the insulation to stop this room from being so draughty.
Pro Tip 2/3Specific Locations
Often used with parts of a building where air penetrates, like windows or doors.
I can feel a draught coming from the windows; they are really draughty.
Pro Tip 3/3Building Condition
Implies that the building or structure is old or not well-maintained.
The rented flat is charming but very draughty in the winter.
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