drafty

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Etymology

From earlier draughty, equivalent to draft +‎ -y.

Pronunciation

  • (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈdɹɑːfti/
  • (General American) IPA(key): /ˈdɹæfti/
  • Audio (US):(file)
  • Rhymes: -æfti

Adjective

drafty (comparative draftier or more drafty, superlative draftiest or most drafty) (American spelling)

  1. Characterized by gusts of wind; windy.
  2. (of a building etc.) Not properly sealed against drafts (draughts).
    It's really drafty (draughty) in here.

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