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emission

 

[ ɪˈmɪʃ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

air pollution

The act of emitting or sending out something, especially gas or radiation. Emissions can contribute to air pollution and climate change.

Synonyms

discharge, exhaust, release

Examples of usage

  • The emission of greenhouse gases is a major factor in global warming.
  • Car emissions are a significant source of air pollution in cities.
Context #2 | Noun

finance

The act of issuing or making available stocks, bonds, or other securities for sale. Emission is a common practice for companies to raise capital.

Synonyms

issuance, offer, sale

Examples of usage

  • The company announced the emission of new shares to fund its expansion.
  • Stock emission can affect the market price of a company's shares.

Translations

Translations of the word "emission" in other languages:

🇵🇹 emissão

🇮🇳 उत्सर्जन

🇩🇪 Emission

🇮🇩 emisi

🇺🇦 викид

🇵🇱 emisja

🇯🇵 放出 (ほうしゅつ)

🇫🇷 émission

🇪🇸 emisión

🇹🇷 emisyon

🇰🇷 배출 (baechul)

🇸🇦 انبعاث

🇨🇿 emise

🇸🇰 emisia

🇨🇳 排放 (páifàng)

🇸🇮 emisija

🇮🇸 útstreymi

🇰🇿 шығарындылар

🇬🇪 ემისია

🇦🇿 emisya

🇲🇽 emisión

Word origin

The word 'emission' originates from the Latin word 'emissio', which means 'a sending out' or 'a letting go'. It has been used in English since the 17th century, initially in the context of emitting gases or particles. Over time, the term has expanded to encompass a wider range of meanings, including financial issuance. Today, 'emission' is commonly associated with environmental concerns due to its connection to air pollution and climate change.

See also: emitting.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,005, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.