radiator

noun

ra·​di·​a·​tor ˈrā-dē-ˌā-tər How to pronounce radiator (audio)
 dialectal  ˈra-
: one that radiates: such as
a
: any of various devices (such as a series of pipes or tubes) for transferring heat from a fluid within to an area or object outside
b
: a transmitting antenna

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Do not use a hair dryer on suede, do not place suede items in the dryer, and do not set suede items near radiators or heaters to dry. Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2024 The radiator, just behind the propeller, serves as a winding and setting crown: clockwise sets the time; counterclockwise winds the movement. Carol Besler, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2024 The sealed and pressurized motorcycle system has a much lower thermal differential, and needs both a higher coolant flow rate and effective radiators. New Atlas, 31 Oct. 2024 Their shape assists the airflow from the front wheel arches into the high-temperature radiators, and provides an extra 100 millimeteres of cooling space. Jason Barlow, WIRED, 6 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for radiator 

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of radiator was in 1836

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“Radiator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/radiator. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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radiator

noun
ra·​di·​a·​tor ˈrād-ē-ˌāt-ər How to pronounce radiator (audio)
: one that radiates
especially : any of various devices (as a set of pipes or tubes) for transferring heat from a fluid within to an area or object outside

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