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radiator

Pronunciation: /ˈrædɪeɪ̯tə/

The English word “radiator” has 4 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. Anything which radiates or emits rays.
  2. A device that lowers engine coolant temperature by conducting heat to the air, through metal fins.
  3. A finned metal fixture that carries hot water or steam in order to heat a room.
  4. A type of antenna.

Etymology

From radiate + -or. Doublet of radiatori.

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