condensate

/kɒndɪˈneɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause to change from a gas or vapor to a liquid by cooling or other means

“The air was made to condensate by the cold surface.”

2. noun

a liquid formed by the condensation of a gas or vapor, especially water vapor

“The condensate from the air conditioner dripped onto the floor.”

3. noun

the act of condensing a gas or vapor into a liquid

“The condensate process was crucial for producing fresh water in the desert.”

4. verb

to become or cause something to become a liquid by cooling or other means

“Water condensates on the window when it gets cold outside.”

5. noun

a substance that forms a liquid by condensation, especially in the atmosphere

“The condensate in the clouds blocked sunlight and caused a storm.”

Synonyms

  • condense
  • liquefy

Antonyms

  • evaporate
  • vaporize