radiator

noun
UK: /ˈreɪdieɪtər/
US: /ˈreɪdieɪtər/

  1. A heating device that warms a room or building by circulating hot water or steam.

    1. The radiator is hot.
    2. Our old house has a radiator in every room providing consistent heat during winter.

  2. A device in a vehicle's engine that cools the engine by circulating coolant through it.

    1. The car radiator leaked.
    2. He checked the radiator fluid level before starting the long road trip ensuring optimal engine performance.

Synonyms

heater cooler
radiator verb

  1. To provide heat, especially as a radiator does.

    1. The heater radiates heat.
    2. The old stove radiates warmth throughout the cabin creating a cozy atmosphere.

  2. To emit energy, especially in the form of waves or particles.

    1. The sun radiates light.
    2. The smartphone radiates a small amount of electromagnetic energy during a call.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "radiator" in English means: A heating device that warms a room or building by circulating hot water or steam., A device in a vehicle's engine that cools the engine by circulating coolant through it..

The phonetic transcription of "radiator" is /ˈreɪdieɪtər/ in British English and /ˈreɪdieɪtər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "radiator": heater, cooler.

Example usage of "radiator": "The radiator is hot.". More examples on the page.