English Expression · Intermediate
air draft
The distance from the surface of the water to the highest point on a vessel
Pronunciation: say air draft
Meaning
The distance from the surface of the water to the highest point on a vessel
Example
The captain checked the vessel's air draft to ensure it could pass safely under the bridge.
The captain checked the vessel's air draft to ensure it could pass safely under the bridge.
Practice tips
- Practice air draft out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.