We say ‘draft’ as in a cold draft.
Draught
Example Sentences
"Close the door, there's a draught."
"I felt a draught from the window."
Etymology & History
British spelling of draft (air current, beer). 'Draught beer' from barrel. Americans use 'draft'. British spelling preservation.
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Region
General British
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Era
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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