noun
- the quality or state of being draughty; the presence of cold air currents flowing through a room or building
Usage: British spelling; American equivalent is 'draftiness'; commonly used in descriptions of buildings and indoor spaces
Examples
- The draughtiness of the old cottage made it uncomfortable during winter.
- We complained about the draughtiness near the windows and asked the landlord to seal the gaps.
- The draughtiness in the office was so bad that employees wore sweaters year-round.
- She noticed the draughtiness increased whenever the front door was opened.
- The building's draughtiness was a major problem that required professional weatherproofing.
- Despite the draughtiness, the apartment had excellent natural light.