condenser

noun

con·​dens·​er kən-ˈden(t)-sər How to pronounce condenser (audio)
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

Examples of condenser in a Sentence

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Protect outdoor utilities, such as an A/C condenser unit, by wrapping them or installing a cover. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2025 Fermin said the blaze started in an area where there were garbage cans and an AC condenser. Noelle Lilley, CBS News, 26 Nov. 2025 The vapor then condenses into liquid water inside a vacuum condenser. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025 Inspectors also found ice buildup on the shelf under the condenser unit. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for condenser

Word History

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of condenser was in 1686

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“Condenser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/condenser. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

condenser

noun
con·​dens·​er kən-ˈden(t)-sər How to pronounce condenser (audio)
1
: one that condenses
2

Medical Definition

condenser

noun
con·​dens·​er kən-ˈden(t)-sər How to pronounce condenser (audio)
1
a
: a lens or mirror used to concentrate light on an object
b
: an apparatus in which gas or vapor is condensed
2

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