adj
drafty
DRAHF-tee
adj
1
Letting in unwanted currents of cold air.
"The old cabin was cold and drafty in winter."
How to Use Drafty
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA room or building that lets cold air leak in, usually through gaps around doors and windows.
UK vs US
British English usually spells this "draughty."
Common pairings
drafty window
drafty old house
Word Forms
draftier comparative, more drafty comparative, draftiest superlative, most drafty superlative
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Etymology
From earlier "draughty," from draft/draught + -y.