Thermal

Pronunciation: /ˈθɜːrməl/

Thermal (adjective)

  1. Connected to heat or temperature.
  2. Designed to keep the body warm.
  3. Relating to energy produced by heat.

Examples

  • The thermal blanket kept the campers warm.
  • Thermal insulation is crucial in building design.

Common collocations: thermal insulation, thermal blanket, thermal socks, thermal underwear, thermal energy

Thermal (noun)

  1. A rising current of warm air.

Examples

  • A thermal is a rising current of warm air.
  • The pilot used a thermal to gain height quickly.