
thermal
/ˈθɜːməl/ · /ˈθɝːməl/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5916 in the learning path
热的;与热量有关的
Definitions
adj. Relating to heat
热的;与热量有关的
adj. Designed to keep heat from escaping
保暖的;保温的
n. A rising current of warm air
上升热气流
Example
Our thermal camera shows where heat escapes the house.
我们的热成像相机能显示房屋哪些地方在散热。
Improving thermal insulation in older buildings can reduce energy consumption and make homes more comfortable during winter.
改善老旧建筑的隔热性能可以减少能源消耗,让住宅在冬季更加舒适。
Collocations
- thermal energy
- thermal insulation
- thermal imaging
- thermal underwear
Word family
- thermally (adv.)
Usage tip
thermal可指与热有关,也可指衣物保暖。
FAQ
- What does thermal mean?
- Relating to heat Designed to keep heat from escaping A rising current of warm air
- How is thermal pronounced?
- UK /ˈθɜːməl/, US /ˈθɝːməl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.