/kɑnvɛktɪv/ (kən-Vĕk-tiv)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by convection, the movement of heat or matter by the circulation of a fluid.

“The convective currents in the atmosphere led to a dramatic change in the weather.”

2. noun

a convective current or flow, especially of heat or matter.

“The convective process in the engine generated a lot of heat.”

3. verb

to cause or produce convection, especially of heat or matter.

“The sun’s rays will convect the water and make it warm.”