convection | ||
1. | [ noun ] (physics) the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) caused by molecular motion | |
Related terms: | temperature_change | |
2. | [ noun ] (meteorology) the vertical movement of heat or other properties by massive motion within the atmosphere | |
Related terms: | natural_process meteorology | |
Similar spelling: |
convect conviction confection convocation confectioner confectionery compaction convector convict confect convexity combustion convexness |