Forced-air heating

forced-air heating

[¦fȯrst ‚er ′hēd·iŋ] (mechanical engineering) A warm-air heating system in which positive air circulation is provided by means of a fan or a blower.

Forced-air heating

Heat distribution system in which heat is delivered by forcing warm air through a network of ducts. A furnace or heat pump typically generates the warm air.