condensation
noun
con·den·sa·tion
ˌkän-ˌden-ˈsā-shən 
-dən-
1
: the act or process of condensing: such as
a
: a chemical reaction involving union between molecules often with elimination of a simple molecule (such as water) to form a new more complex compound of often greater molecular weight
b
: the conversion of a substance (such as water) from the vapor state to a denser liquid or solid state usually initiated by a reduction in temperature of the vapor
c
: compression of a written or spoken work into more concise form
an essay greatly in need of condensation
2
: the quality or state of being condensed
3
: a product of condensing
read a condensation of the long novel
Examples of condensation in a Sentence
When we heat the house in the winter, condensation forms on the windows.
Condensation dripped from the air conditioner.
the processes of evaporation and condensation
The editor found condensation of the play very difficult.
a condensation of one of Shakespeare's plays
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Just like homemade bags, each sleeve has an outer fabric ring that wraps around the cup, with a bottom piece to keep all condensation contained.
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Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2025
Sitting in the bar’s backyard, afternoon sun high, condensation pouring off those Shirley Temples, a joint going back and forth between Bassin and DiGesu, Winter begins to share an idea he’s had for a new live rig for his guitar.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2025
During these 10-20-minute hairstyling routines, researchers continuously measured air quality with scanning mobility particle sizers (SMPS) and condensation particle counters (CPC), which can detect and count particles as tiny as just a few nanometers in size.
—New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2025
The durable stone ensures that condensation won’t leave any unsightly rings.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2025
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Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2025
Sitting in the bar’s backyard, afternoon sun high, condensation pouring off those Shirley Temples, a joint going back and forth between Bassin and DiGesu, Winter begins to share an idea he’s had for a new live rig for his guitar.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2025
During these 10-20-minute hairstyling routines, researchers continuously measured air quality with scanning mobility particle sizers (SMPS) and condensation particle counters (CPC), which can detect and count particles as tiny as just a few nanometers in size.
—New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2025
The durable stone ensures that condensation won’t leave any unsightly rings.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for condensation
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“Condensation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/condensation. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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condensation
noun
con·den·sa·tion
ˌkän-ˌden-ˈsā-shən
-dən-
1
: the act or process of condensing
2
: the quality or state of being condensed
3
: a product of condensing
especially
: a shortened literary work
Medical Definition
condensation
noun
con·den·sa·tion
ˌkän-ˌden-ˈsā-shən, -dən-
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
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