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drafty

adjective \ˈdraf-tē, ˈdräf-\

: having cold air moving through in a way that is unpleasant or uncomfortable

draft·i·erdraft·i·est

Full Definition of DRAFTY

: exposed to or abounding in drafts of air <a drafty room>

— draft·i·ly \-tə-lē\ adverb

— draft·i·ness \-tē-nəs\ noun

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DRAFTY Defined for Kids

adjective \ˈdraf-tē, ˈdräf-\

draft·i·erdraft·i·est

: having usually cool air moving through <a drafty hall>

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