Radiator

Pronunciation: /ˈreɪ.di.eɪ.tər/

Definitions of radiator

noun a device that emits heat, typically used to warm a room or a vehicle

Example Sentences

A1 The radiator in my house keeps me warm in the winter.

A2 I need to bleed the radiator to release trapped air.

B1 The mechanic fixed the radiator in my car so it doesn't overheat.

B2 The old radiator in the building was replaced with a more energy-efficient model.

C1 The radiator system in the office building is controlled by a central thermostat.

C2 The designer chose a sleek and modern radiator to complement the room's decor.

Examples of radiator in a Sentence

formal The radiator in the room provides heat during the winter months.

informal Make sure to bleed the radiator if it's not warming up properly.

slang I'm freezing, can you crank up the radiator?

figurative His anger was like a radiator, slowly building up until it exploded.

Grammatical Forms of radiator

• plural: radiators
• comparative: more radiator
• superlative: most radiator
• present tense: radiates
• future tense: will radiate
• perfect tense: has radiated
• continuous tense: is radiating
• singular: radiator
• positive degree: radiant
• infinitive: radiate
• gerund: radiating
• participle: radiated

Origin and Evolution of radiator

First Known Use: 1836 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'radiator' originated from the Latin word 'radiare' which means 'to emit rays or radiate'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a device that emits heat, the word 'radiator' has evolved to also refer to a device that cools engines in vehicles.