expression, godan verb (-su)
expose to air; aerate; air out
Used for deliberately letting air reach something, such as airing out a room, clothes, or aerating soil.
布団を空気にさらして湿気を飛ばす。
I air out the futon to get rid of the dampness.
ワインを空気にさらすと香りが開く。
Letting wine breathe opens up its aroma.