Pronunciation: /ˈθɜːrml/
noun a rising current of warm air
A1 I bought a thermal blanket to keep me warm at night.
A2 The thermal insulation in the house helps to keep the heat inside.
B1 The thermal conductivity of the material determines how well it conducts heat.
B2 The thermal imaging camera detected a hot spot in the building.
C1 The thermal dynamics of the system are complex and require advanced analysis.
C2 The thermal properties of the substance make it ideal for use in extreme temperature environments.
adjective relating to heat or temperature
A1 The thermal blanket kept me warm during the cold night.
A2 The thermal imaging camera helped the firefighters locate people in the smoke-filled building.
B1 The thermal conductivity of the material was tested in the laboratory.
B2 The thermal expansion of the metal caused it to bend under high temperatures.
C1 The thermal efficiency of the new heating system was significantly higher than the old one.
C2 The thermal dynamics of the volcano were studied by a team of geologists.
formal The thermal conductivity of the material is an important factor to consider in engineering design.
informal I always bring a thermal blanket when camping in case it gets cold at night.
slang I love wearing my thermal socks during the winter, they keep my feet so warm!
figurative The political climate was so heated, it felt like a thermal explosion was about to occur.
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