English Explanatory Dictionary

stack effect

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The phenomenon of air buoyancy leading to the movement of air into and out of buildings, chimneys, etc., which may drive natural ventilation, air infiltration, and fires.

Word forms

stack effect stack effects

Synonyms

chimney effect

Related words

trench effect
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