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air hole
noun
- an opening to admit or discharge air.
- a natural opening in the frozen surface of a river or pond.
air hole
noun
- a hole that allows the passage of air, esp for ventilation
- a section of open water in a frozen surface
- a less common name for air pocket
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Word History and Origins
Origin of air hole1
First recorded in 1760–70
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Example Sentences
"We know an air-hole when we see it—and I can't see any of them around here," replied Paul.
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The bailiff stopped; the air-hole was tightly closed with clods of earth; and the cavern was plunged into utter darkness.
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This was boarded up the next day, only a small air-hole left, of about six inches diameter.
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He could wait for what he wished as the Eskimo sits for days at the air hole until the seal appears.
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His friend, who was skimming along in advance of him, suddenly fell into an air-hole and sank out of sight.
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