De ventilator
Example: De ventilator draait snel in de warme kamer.
Definition
"De ventilator" is a device that circulates air to cool down or provide ventilation in a room or space. It typically consists of rotating blades that create airflow, helping to reduce heat and improve air quality, as in the phrase 'De ventilator draait snel in de warme kamer.'
Etymology
The word "de ventilator" comes from the Latin verb 'ventilare,' meaning 'to fan' or 'to blow.' It entered Dutch through scientific and technical vocabulary, referring to machines designed to move air. Did you know that the concept of ventilation has been important since ancient times for maintaining fresh air indoors?
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"De ventilator" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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