noun
- plural of draftiness; the quality or state of being drafty (having currents of cold air flowing through)
Usage: usually uncountable in singular form; plural used when referring to multiple instances or degrees of the condition
Examples
- The draftinesses in the old house made it uncomfortable during winter.
- We complained about the draftinesses coming from the poorly sealed windows.
- The building inspector noted several draftinesses that needed to be addressed.
- Despite the draftinesses, the apartment had good ventilation.
- The draftinesses near the door made us keep it closed.