"combustion" as noun
1 - The act or process of burning.
2 - A process where two chemicals are combined to produce heat.
3 - A process wherein a fuel is combined with oxygen, usually at high temperature, releasing heat.
combustion
/kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/
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Combustion is a chemical reaction that releases heat and light. It happens when a substance, like gasoline or wood, reacts rapidly with oxygen in the air. This reaction produces energy, which can be used to power engines or create heat.
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Brainstorm combustion
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Synonyms
1 - burn
2 - blaze
3 - fire
4 - flare
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Antonyms
1 - extinction
2 - cooling
3 - quenching
4 - extinguishment
5 - suppression
6 - nullification
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Examples in Context
1 - An efficient air intake helps maximize combustion in the engine.
1 - Un toma de aire eficiente ayuda a maximizar la combustión en el motor.
2 - A reliable spark plug contributes to a more efficient combustion process.
2 - Una bujía confiable contribuye a un proceso de combustión más eficiente.
3 - Contribution to the combustion of water emulsions in heavy fuel oil.
3 - Contribución a la quema de emulsiones de agua en aceite combustible pesado.
4 - An efficient combustion chamber helps improve the overall performance of the engine.
4 - Una cámara de combustión eficiente ayuda a mejorar el rendimiento general del motor.
5 - Accurate measurements of heat of combustion are vital for chemical reactions.
5 - Las mediciones precisas del calor de combustión son vitales para las reacciones químicas.
6 - Partial pressure calculations are vital in designing efficient combustion systems.
6 - Los cálculos de presión parcial son vitales para diseñar sistemas de combustión eficientes.
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