rankine Definition
a unit of absolute temperature based on the Fahrenheit scale, equal to 459.67 degrees.
Using rankine: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rankine" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The Rankine scale is used in thermodynamics to measure temperature.
Example
Absolute zero on the Rankine scale is -459.67°F.
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Summary: rankine in Brief
The term 'rankine' [ˈræŋkɪn] refers to a unit of absolute temperature based on the Fahrenheit scale, with 0°R equivalent to -459.67°F. It is used in thermodynamics to measure temperature.
