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Coolant: meaning, definitions and examples

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coolant

 

[ หˆkuหlษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemical substance

Coolant refers to a substance used to reduce or transfer heat in various systems, particularly in internal combustion engines and cooling systems. It is typically a liquid or gas that absorbs heat and prevents overheating of mechanical components. Coolants are essential for ensuring the efficient operation of engines, HVAC systems, and industrial processes. The choice of coolant can depend on its thermal properties, environmental impact, and compatibility with the materials in the system it serves.

Synonyms

heat transfer fluid, liquid coolant, refrigerant.

Examples of usage

  • The coolant in the car's radiator keeps the engine temperature stable.
  • During the summer, it's important to check the coolant levels in your vehicle.
  • Coolant is circulated through the engine to efficiently dissipate heat.
  • In heavy machinery, proper coolant maintenance is crucial for performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "coolant" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น refrigerante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅ€เคคเคฒเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kรผhlmittel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pendingin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั…ะพะปะพะดะถัƒะฒะฐั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ czynnik chล‚odzฤ…cy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ†ทๅดๅ‰ค

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท liquide de refroidissement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ refrigerante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท soฤŸutucu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ƒ‰๊ฐ์ œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุงุฆู„ ุงู„ุชุจุฑูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chladicรญ kapalina

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chladivo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ†ทๅดๅ‰‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hladilno sredstvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kรฆlivatn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ััƒั‹า›ั‚ะฐั‚า›ั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ’แƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ soyutucu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ refrigerante

Etymology

The word 'coolant' originates from the combination of the base word 'cool', which derives from the Old English 'col', meaning 'cold', and the suffix '-ant', used to denote an agent or something that performs a specific action. The concept of cooling substances has been known for centuries, as people historically used water and ice to cool environments or preserve food. With the advent of modern technology, the development of synthetic coolants and specialized chemicals became necessary for various applications, particularly in engineering and automotive fields. As mechanical systems grew more complex, the need for effective heat management led to the widespread use of coolants in engines, refrigeration, and industrial processes. The term 'coolant' has gained popularity in technical languages, denoting not just any cooling substance but those specifically engineered for performance and efficiency.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,980, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.