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upcast

/ˈʌpkæst/
noun
  1. A shaft or passage through which air flows upward, especially in a mine.
    • Engineers designed a new upcast to improve airflow underground.
    • The ventilation system uses an upcast to remove stale air from the mine.
    • Miners rely on the upcast to bring fresh air into the tunnels.
  2. The act of throwing or casting something upward.
    • The volcano's upcast of ash and rock could be seen for miles.
    • With a strong upcast, the ball soared over the fence.
    • The upcast of the fishing line was smooth and precise.
Synonyms
shaftvent
Antonyms
downcast
adjective
  1. Directed or moving upward.
    • The upcast air current carried the smoke away from the building.
    • The upcast flow of hot air helped dry the laundry quickly.
    • In the mine, the upcast ventilation shaft is clearly marked.
Synonyms
upward
Antonyms
downcast