单词	condensation
释义	condensation noun con·​den·​sa·​tion ˌkän-ˌden-ˈsā-shən  -dən- 1 : the act or process of condensing: such as a : a chemical reaction involving union between molecules often with elimination of a simple molecule (such as water) to form a new more complex compound of often greater molecular weight b : the conversion of a substance (such as water) from the vapor state to a denser liquid or solid state usually initiated by a reduction in temperature of the vapor c : compression of a written or spoken work into more concise form an essay greatly in need of condensation 2 : the quality or state of being condensed 3 : a product of condensing read a condensation of the long novel condensational ˌkän-ˌden-ˈsā-shnəl  -shə-nᵊl -dən- adjective Synonyms abbreviation abridgment abridgement bowdlerization digest See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences When we heat the house in the winter, condensation forms on the windows. Condensation dripped from the air conditioner. the processes of evaporation and condensation The editor found condensation of the play very difficult. a condensation of one of Shakespeare's plays Recent Examples on the Web Two other carrier games scheduled that year, both on the East Coast, were canceled (one of them at halftime) when condensation formed on the courts and made playing conditions dangerous. San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 July 2022 Water condensation is a sign of high humidity levels—a problem that can occur year-round. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2022 Dean’s two-act condensation, first seen at Glyndebourne, in 2017, avoids most of the obvious pitfalls of making opera out of Shakespeare. Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 30 May 2022 The elevated humidity level may even be affecting other areas of the home, causing issues such as condensation on pipes or a damp basement. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2022 If your child is learning about the water cycle, take them outside and identify examples of condensation, evaporation, or runoff. Marshall Shepherd, Forbes, 1 Aug. 2022 These portable machines use a fan to draw in moist air, run it through coils that cool it down, and trap the resulting condensation in a water reservoir. Paige Szmodis, Popular Mechanics, 27 July 2022 The engineer said corrosion and condensation from a wet environment were partly responsible for the structural deficiencies. David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2022 New windows also help prevent drafts, air leaks, condensation and noise. oregonlive, 10 July 2022 See More Word History First Known Use 1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Kids Definition condensation noun con·​den·​sa·​tion ˌkän-ˌden-ˈsā-shən  -dən- 1 : the act or process of making more compact or concise 2 : something that has been made more compact or concise a condensation of the story 3 : the conversion of a vapor to a liquid (as by cooling) Medical Definition condensation noun con·​den·​sa·​tion ˌkän-ˌden-ˈsā-shən, -dən-  1 : the act or process of condensing: as a : a chemical reaction involving union between molecules often with elimination of a simple molecule (as water) to form a new more complex compound of often greater molecular weight b : the conversion of a substance (as water) from the vapor state to a denser liquid or solid state usually initiated by a reduction in temperature of the vapor 2 : representation of several apparently discrete ideas by a single symbol especially in dreams 3 : an abnormal hardening of an organ or tissue connective tissue condensations condensation noun 1 as in abridgment a shortened version of a written work a condensation of the opinion issued by the state's supreme court Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance abridgment summary bowdlerization abbreviation review digest recapitulation abridgement summarization abstract overview summation survey précis sketch synopsis outline syllabus capsule sum brief résumé aperçu resume recap tabloid wrap-up resumé Antonyms & Near Antonyms expansion amplification enlargement elaboration 2 as in condensing the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing a staff employed in the condensation of magazine articles Synonyms & Similar Words condensing compression squeezing contraction contracting squeeze constriction compaction consolidation concentration compacting telescoping constricting abridgment shortening curtailment abbreviation abridgement decreasing streamlining simplification lessening diminishment Antonyms & Near Antonyms expansion dispersion dissipation scattering decompression swelling dilation inflation distention distension See More
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