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combustion

/kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/

combustionnoun

combustions

Translations

The combustion of gasoline powers the engine.

Сгорание бензина приводит в действие двигатель.

Combustion is a chemical process that produces heat and light.

Горение - это химический процесс, который производит тепло и свет.

Additional translations

Definitions

The act or process of burning something, producing heat and usually light.

The combustion of dry leaves quickly filled the backyard with smoke.

A chemical process in which a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen and gives off heat.

Combustion in an engine is essential for powering the vehicle.

Intense agitation or tumult; violent excitement.

News of the decision caused political combustion across the country.

Synonyms

combustionadjective

/kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/

Used attributively before another noun, e.g., "combustion engine"

Definitions

Relating to or used in burning fuel to produce energy.

The plant upgraded to a more efficient combustion turbine.