Vapor: meaning, definitions and examples

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vapor

 

[ หˆveษชpษ™r ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in science

Vapor refers to a substance in the gaseous state at a temperature lower than its critical temperature. It is typically created when a liquid evaporates or when a solid sublimes. Vapors can be seen when boiling water or when exhaling on a cold day.

Synonyms

fume, mist, steam

Examples of usage

  • The steam rising from the kettle was actually water vapor.
  • You can see your breath in the cold air because of the vapor.
Context #2 | Noun

in technology

In technology, vapor often refers to a type of software delivery method where applications are accessed via the internet rather than being installed on individual computers. This method is known as 'cloud computing.'

Examples of usage

  • Many companies are now using vapor services for their software needs.
  • Vapor technology allows for easy access to applications from anywhere.
Context #3 | Verb

informal

To vapor means to talk or boast in a rapid or extravagant way. It is often used in a derogatory sense to describe someone who is full of hot air and exaggerates their achievements.

Examples of usage

  • He likes to vapor about his accomplishments, but we all know the truth.
  • Don't listen to him, he's just vaporizing.

Translations

Translations of the word "vapor" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vapor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคพเคทเฅเคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dampf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ uap

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ para

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่’ธๆฐ— (ใ˜ใ‚‡ใ†ใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vapeur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vapor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท buhar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฆ๊ธฐ (jeung-gi)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฎุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pรกra

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ para

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่’ธๆฑฝ (zhฤ“ngqรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ para

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gufa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒ—แƒฅแƒšแƒ˜ (ortk'li)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ buxar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vapor

Word origin

The word 'vapor' originated from the Latin word 'vapor,' which means 'steam' or 'exhalation.' It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe substances in the gaseous state. The concept of vapor has been fundamental in the fields of science, technology, and everyday life, contributing to the development of various applications and technologies.

See also: vaporization, vaporize, vaporizer, vaporizing, vapors.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,166 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.