How Do You Spell INDRAUGHT?

Pronunciation: [ɪndɹˈaft] (IPA)

Indraught is a variation of the word "in-draft", used to refer to the current of air or water flowing inwards. It is pronounced as [ˈɪnˌdræft], with emphasis on the first syllable "in" and with a distinct "d" sound in the middle of the word. The spelling of the word combines the prefix "in", meaning "into", with the noun "draft", meaning a flow of air or water. The spelling "draught" is commonly used in British English, while "draft" is common in American English.

INDRAUGHT Meaning and Definition

1. Indraught is a noun that refers to the action or process of drawing or bringing in air or any other substance into an enclosed space or building. It specifically relates to the intake or inflow of air or drafts through an opening or entrance, leading to a flow or movement of air from outside to inside.

   In architectural terms, indraught can describe the flow of air or drafts entering through windows, doors, or other openings in a building, causing a movement of air from outside to inside the structure. This can have an impact on the temperature, ventilation, and overall air quality within the enclosed space.

   For example, in a poorly insulated room, there may be a noticeable indraught of cold air on a windy day through gaps in windows or doors. In this context, indraught is used to describe the inbound flow of air that can result in discomfort due to lowered temperature or increased air movement.

   Indraught is a term often used in building design and energy efficiency discussions, as it is important to consider and manage the inflow of air to maintain a comfortable and controlled indoor environment. Measures such as the use of weatherstripping, seals, or ventilation systems are often employed to minimize excessive indraught and ensure efficient airflow in buildings.

Common Misspellings for INDRAUGHT

• undraught
• jndraught
• kndraught
• ondraught
• 9ndraught
• 8ndraught
• ibdraught
• imdraught
• ijdraught
• ihdraught
• insraught
• inxraught
• incraught
• infraught
• inrraught
• ineraught
• indeaught
• inddaught
• indfaught

Etymology of INDRAUGHT

The word "indraught" comes from the combination of two words: "in" and "draught".

"Indraught" originated from Middle English and Old English. The prefix "in" is derived from the Old English word "in", meaning "inside" or "into". The noun "draught" comes from the Old English word "dræht", meaning "a pulling" or "a drawing", which is related to the verb "to draw".

The combined term "indraught" refers to the action of drawing or pulling something inside, often used to describe a strong inward current of air, water, or other substance.

Idioms with the word INDRAUGHT

• indraught

Plural form of INDRAUGHT is INDRAUGHTS