quenching
quenching · quenchings
The extinction of any of several physical propertiesThe extinction of any of several physical properties.
/ˈkwɛn.t͡ʃɪŋ/
Meaning
4 senses(countable, uncountable)The extinction of any of several physical properties.
(countable, uncountable)The rapid cooling of a hot metal object, by placing it in a liquid, in order to harden it.
(countable, uncountable)A process in which a galaxy loses cold gas, thus strongly suppressing star formation.
(countable, uncountable)The dissipation of energy from light in excess of what can be used for photosynthesis.
More definitions
- the act of extinguishing; causing to stop burning
Translations
4 languagesOrigin
From Middle English quenchinge, equivalent to quench + -ing.From Middle English quenchinge, equivalent to quench + -ing.
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Forms
plural: quenchings| Singular | quenching |
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Synonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- the act of extinguishing; causing to stop burning:extinctionextinguishing
Word family
4 related wordsRelatedquench
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable