ventilate; divulge information
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesverb
to have air circulation; to be ventilated
Describes a space where air moves freely, often used in the negative to indicate stuffiness.
This cellar isn't ventilated and smells awful.
The room is well-ventilated and feels comfortable.
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Clothes dry faster when aired in a ventilated place.
verb
to ventilate; to let air circulate
Refers to the action of causing air to move through a space, often through mechanical means or by opening windows.
The kitchen needs a ventilation system installed.
He opens the window every day to ventilate the room.
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The laboratory's ventilation system must remain highly efficient.
verb
to divulge information; to tip off
informalOften used in contexts involving secretly passing on information, sometimes with a negative connotation of betrayal or collusion.
Someone tipped off the enemy, causing the plan to fail.
Divulging information to classmates before an exam is cheating.
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He secretly tipped me off, allowing me to prepare in advance.