Air Hole Definition

noun
A hole or opening that allows for the passage of air, especially to facilitate breathing.
American Heritage
A hole that permits passage of air.
Webster's New World
An unfrozen or open place in ice covering a body of water.
Webster's New World
Webster's New World

A hole in any surface that allows air or other gases to pass, especially an opening in the surface of a frozen lake etc.

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