Meaning of condensation in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌkɑnˌdɛnˈseɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    condensation

    Etymology

    early 17th century: from late Latin condensatio(n-), from condensare‘press close together’ (see condense)

    Definitions

    1. (psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol

    Examples

    • « especially in dreams »
  2. 2. the process of changing from a gaseous to a liquid or solid state

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  3. 3. atmospheric moisture that has condensed because of cold

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  4. 4. the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together

    Examples

    • « the contraction of a gas on cooling »

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  5. 5. a shortened version of a written work

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  6. 6. the act of increasing the density of something

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