give vent to something Definition

vent²
noun

1. An opening that allows air, gas or liquid into or out of a confined space.

Thesaurus: chimney, duct, passage, outlet, hole, aperture, opening, flue, drain.
2. The passage inside a volcano through which lava and gases escape.
3. biol.
The anus of a bird or other small animal.
4. A chimney flue.
5. The opening in a parachute canopy through which air escapes at a controlled rate.

verb vented, venting

1. To make a vent in something.
2. To let something in or out through a vent.
3. To release and express (especially emotion) freely.

Example: vented his frustration shaking his fists
Thesaurus: release, emit, discharge, express, voice.
intr
4. Said of a beaver or otter: to take breath or rise for breath.

Idiom: give vent to something

To express one's feelings or emotions openly.

Etymology: 16c: from French éventer to expose to air.