ducting

[ duhk-ting ]

noun

1. ductwork.
2. materials for making ducts.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ducting¹

First recorded in 1940–45; duct + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

A council statement said: "The Council has received documentation that confirms that the venue has carried out the necessary investigations following the incident with their air ducting that provides reassurance that they have considered their duties under Health and Safety law."

From BBC

Mrs Jones had been at the Brean Sands site's entertainment centre - the Fun Factory - when the ducting and part of the ceiling collapsed on to the families below.

From BBC

A spokesman said: "Detectives remain open-minded about the cause of the ducting collapse and continue to provide updates to Mrs Jones' family about what is an extremely complex inquiry."

From BBC

The ducting that delivers the hot air to the engine inlet to prevent ice buildup has seals at key connecting points.

From Seattle Times

Many older homes have inferior heating systems that lack sufficient return-air ducting for modern air conditioning.

From Seattle Times