thermal

[ˈθɜːməl]

thermal Definition

  • 1relating to heat or temperature
  • 2designed to insulate or retain heat
  • 3a rising current of warm air

Using thermal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "thermal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The thermal energy of the sun is used to generate electricity.

  • Example

    The thermal jacket kept me warm in the cold weather.

  • Example

    Thermal imaging cameras can detect heat signatures.

  • Example

    The thermal springs are a popular tourist attraction.

thermal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thermal

  • warm
  • hot
  • heat-related
  • insulating
  • retaining heat

Antonyms for thermal

Phrases with thermal

  • clothing designed to keep the body warm in cold temperatures

    Example

    I always wear thermal underwear when I go skiing.

  • the degradation of water quality by any process that changes ambient water temperature

    Example

    The thermal pollution from the factory was harming the fish population in the river.

  • electricity generated by using heat to produce steam to drive turbines

    Example

    Thermal power plants are a major source of electricity in many countries.

Origins of thermal

from Greek 'therme', meaning 'heat'

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Summary: thermal in Brief

The term 'thermal' [ˈθɜːməl] refers to heat or temperature, and can describe objects designed to insulate or retain heat. It also refers to a rising current of warm air. Examples include 'The thermal energy of the sun is used to generate electricity.' and 'The thermal jacket kept me warm in the cold weather.' Phrases include 'thermal underwear,' and 'thermal pollution,' while idioms are not available.

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