Definition of Downdraft
Downdraft
down·draft


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(noun)
a current of gas or air flowing downwards, especially such a current during a thunderstorm;

e.g. As the helicopter took off, it created a downdraft that knocked them to the ground.

(noun)
an instance of something declining (becoming less) in amount;

e.g. The company saw a downdraft in sales that greatly reduced their profits.



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