condenser

noun

con·​dens·​er kən-ˈden(t)-sər 

1

: one that condenses: such as

a

: a lens or mirror used to concentrate light on an object

b

: an apparatus in which gas or vapor is condensed

2

: capacitor

Examples of condenser in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Often called mini-splits, these systems usually have a condenser outside the building that exchanges heat with the outdoor air and an evaporator inside that exchanges heat with the indoor air. —Moncef Krarti, The Conversation, 15 June 2026

Additional components Many installations involve more than simply replacing an outdoor condenser unit. —Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 8 June 2026

This includes positioning the indoor evaporator coil, furnace or air handler, and the outdoor condenser. —Nick Perry, USA Today, 28 May 2026

Just be sure to leave enough clearance on all four sides of the condenser to prevent clogged coils. —Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 10 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for condenser

• dispenser
• extensor
• biosensor
• censer
• censor
• denser
• fencer
• sensor
• tensor

Kids Definition

condenser

noun

con·​dens·​er kən-ˈden(t)-sər 

1

: one that condenses

2

: capacitor

Medical Definition

condenser

noun

con·​dens·​er kən-ˈden(t)-sər 

1

a

: a lens or mirror used to concentrate light on an object

b

: an apparatus in which gas or vapor is condensed

2

: capacitor