Thermodynamic

//ˌθɝmoʊdaɪˈnæmɪk// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of, or relating to the conversion of heat into other forms of energy. not-comparable

    "The locomotive is designed to give a high and sustained tractive effort at moderate speed on steep gradients. To attain this result, M. Chapelon, in experiments dsting back to 1940, aimed at improving the thermodynamic efficiency."

  2. 2
    Of, or relating to thermodynamics. not-comparable
Adjective
  1. 1
    of or concerned with thermodynamics wordnet

Synonyms

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thermodynamical

Example

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"A closed system is a thermodynamic system in which mass is conserved within the system, but energy can freely enter or exit."

Etymology

From thermo- + dynamic.

Related phrases

thermodynamic equilibriumthermodynamic statethermodynamic systemthermodynamic temperature

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