adjective

vented

adjective

Fitted with a small opening that lets air, gas, or steam pass through.

"The vented jacket kept him cooler on the long hike."

"They installed a vented hood above the stove to clear cooking smoke."

Having released pent-up feelings, especially frustration or anger.

"After she vented about her boss, she felt much calmer."

How to Use Vented

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither "has a hole or opening for airflow" or, informally, "having let out built-up emotion."

Common pairings

a vented helmet vented brakes feeling vented

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