transpiration

noun
UK: /ˌtræn.spɪˈreɪ.ʃən/
US: /ˌtræn.spəˈreɪ.ʃən/

  1. The process where plants lose water through their leaves.

    1. Transpiration helps cool the plant.
    2. The rate of transpiration is affected by environmental conditions like humidity and wind.

  2. The passage of water vapor from a living body (plant or animal) through a membrane or pores.

    1. Transpiration is vital for water transport.
    2. Scientists are studying transpiration in different plant species to understand drought resistance.

Synonyms

evaporation exhalation secretion

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "transpiration" in English means: The process where plants lose water through their leaves., The passage of water vapor from a living body (plant or animal) through a membrane or pores..

The phonetic transcription of "transpiration" is /ˌtræn.spɪˈreɪ.ʃən/ in British English and /ˌtræn.spəˈreɪ.ʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "transpiration": evaporation, exhalation, secretion.

Example usage of "transpiration": "Transpiration helps cool the plant.". More examples on the page.