Main Entry: con·den·sa·tion

Pronunciation: \ˌkän-ˌden-ˈsā-shən, -dən-\

Function: noun

1 : the act or process of condensing: as a : a chemical reaction involving union between molecules often with elimination of a simple molecule (as water) to form a new more complex compound of often greater molecular weight b : the conversion of a substance (as water) from the vapor state to a denser liquid or solid state usually initiated by a reduction in temperature of the vapor
2 : representation of several apparently discrete ideas by a single symbol especially in dreams
3 : an abnormal hardening of an organ or tissue <connective tissue condensations>