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

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

Dust on condenser coils can cause overheating, and if airflow is blocked, the compressor works harder and pushes heat risk higher. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026

Another example is certain Volkswagen Beetles, where servicing the cooling system fan or air‑conditioning condenser requires removal of the bumper cover and both front fenders. —Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 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