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cfm

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced cfm

n. a unit used to measure how much air or gas moves through a space in one minute. You often see this when talking about fans or heating systems.

n. a unit of measurement for the volume of air or gas flow, representing cubic feet per minute. Commonly used in HVAC and industrial ventilation contexts.


SIMPLE

The fan provides 500 cfm of airflow.

CONTEXTUAL

To ensure proper ventilation in the workshop, the system must provide at least 1000 cfm of fresh air.

COMPLEX

Engineers calculated the required cfm to maintain a safe working environment, factoring in the heat generated by the machinery and the number of occupants in the space.

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