noun
- the state or quality of lacking fresh air or proper ventilation
- the condition of being in a vacuum or space without air
Usage: technical
Examples
- The airlessness of the basement made it uncomfortable to work there.
- She opened the windows to combat the airlessness in the stuffy room.
- The airlessness of the crowded subway car was overwhelming.
- Astronauts must protect themselves from the airlessness of space.
- The meeting room’s airlessness made everyone feel drowsy.
- Proper ventilation systems prevent airlessness in large buildings.