vent

• Ein Substantiv, das eine Öffnung oder einen Durchgang bezeichnet, durch den Gas, Luft oder Flüssigkeit entweichen kann, sowie die Möglichkeit, starke Gefühle oder kreative Energie auszudrücken oder freizusetzen.

A noun referring to an opening or passage that allows gas, air, or liquid to escape, or a means of expressing or releasing strong emotions or creative energy.

1. Air or gas outletB1formal

   An opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to escape from an enclosed space.

   Entlüftungsöffnung

   • The room has a small vent near the ceiling for fresh air.
   • Make sure the gas vent is not blocked.
   • The air conditioning vent was covered with dust.

   Synonymeairwayapertureductfluegrilleholeopeningoutletvent-hole

   Antonymeinletintakeorificepassage

2. Biological openingC1formalscientific

   The external opening of the urinary or genital system in some lower vertebrates, such as fish, amphibians, reptiles, and birds.

   Kloake

   • The snake's vent is located near the base of its tail.
   • In birds, the vent serves as the opening for both excretion and reproduction.
   • The biologist examined the vent of the frog for signs of disease.

3. Volcanic fissureB2formalscientific

   A crack or opening in the Earth's crust (or another planet's surface) through which molten lava, ash, and gases erupt.

   Vulkanschlot

   • Lava flowed from the volcanic vent down the mountainside.
   • Scientists discovered a new vent on the ocean floor.
   • The eruption came from a vent on the side of the volcano.

   Synonymeaperturecrackfissureopeningorificeoutlet

4. Garment slitB2formal

   A slit in a piece of clothing, such as the back seam of a jacket or the side of a skirt, to allow movement or for style.

   Schlitz

   • The jacket has a vent at the back for ease of movement.
   • She wore a skirt with a long side vent.
   • The tailor added a vent to the coat for a better fit.

   Synonymeopeningslashslitsplit

5. Emotional releaseB2informal

   An activity or outlet that allows one to express or release strong emotions, creative energy, or tension.

   Ventil für Emotionen

   • Writing in a journal is a good vent for her feelings.
   • He uses exercise as a vent for his stress.
   • Playing music is a creative vent for many people.

   Synonymeexpressionoutletreleasesafety valve

• Verb, das verwendet wird, um das Auslassen oder Ausdrücken starker Emotionen oder das Entweichen von Luft oder Gas aus einem geschlossenen Raum zu bezeichnen.

A verb used to express the act of releasing or expressing strong emotions, or allowing air or gas to escape from a confined space.

1. Express emotionsB2informal

   To release or express strong feelings, especially anger or frustration.

   Emotionen auslassen

   • She vented her frustration by screaming into a pillow.
   • He needed someone to vent to after a stressful day.
   • They vented their anger at the unfair decision.

   Synonymeairdischargeexpresslet outpour outreleaseunburdenvoice

   Antonymebottlecheckcontaincurbinhibitrepresssmotherstiflesuppressswallow

2. Allow air to circulateB1formal

   To expose something to fresh air or allow air to pass through, in order to cool or freshen it.

   Lüften

   • Open the windows to vent the room after cooking.
   • The attic needs to be properly vented to prevent moisture buildup.
   • He vented the engine compartment to cool it down.

   Synonymeaerateaircooloxygenaterefresh

   Antonymeblockclosesealstifle