airstream

or air stream, air-stream

[ air-streem ]

noun

1. any localized airflow.

airstream

/ ˈɛəˌstriːm /

noun

1. a wind, esp at a high altitude
2. a current of moving air

Word History and Origins

Origin of airstream¹

First recorded in 1865–70; air ¹ + stream

Example Sentences

The other airstream is kept dry, and it is cooled by being run across a thin aluminum wall that pulls in the cold—but not the humidity—from the first stream.

From Scientific American

The convergence zone which will drift from Snohomish County is caused by two airstreams colliding after being separated by the Olympic mountain range.

From Seattle Times

The tape is primarily deployed when weathering has caused a part to be exposed to the airstream.

From Washington Post

The horseback game is definitely the biggest draw; technically, the only place to sleep is a chic airstream trailer tucked at the edge of the property.

From Los Angeles Times

Another advantage is that the syrinx can use the airstreams from the right and left lungs differently.

From Scientific American