condenser

noun

con·dens·er | \ kən-ˈden(t)-sər

Definition of condenser

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

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Usually, your old condenser will work fine with R134a. — Matthew Jancer, Popular Mechanics, "Everything You Should Know About Fixing Your Car's A/C," 11 Sep. 2018 Some of the most common culprits in the spread of the disease are cooling towers, humidifiers, hot water tanks and condensers in large air-conditioning units. — Zoe Greenberg, New York Times, "Legionnaires’ Disease Sickens 11 in Upper Manhattan," 12 July 2018 Heat rate can be affected by dozens of variables from fuel type to steam-surface condensers and boiler feed pumps. — The Editorial Board, WSJ, "Not the Climate Apocalypse," 21 Aug. 2018 The Blue Microphones Yeti Pro ($250) is a condenser mic that offers outstanding versatility, with both USB and XLR connection options and the ability to toggle among four types of directionality. — Kevin Dupzyk, Popular Mechanics, "How to Get Started in Podcasting," 29 June 2015 There are three condensers on the roof, one in the basement and two inside apartments. — New York Times, "Diary of a New York Co-op Board President," 27 Apr. 2018 This compact cardioid condenser mic jacks into the phone via a Lightning dongle to bring your sparkling dialog into focus. — Arielle Pardes, WIRED, "Gadgets to Help You Shoot Pro-Quality Movies on Your iPhone," 1 July 2018 Line set is the copper tubing that runs from your outside air conditioning condenser to your indoor air handler or furnace. — Brian Sodoma, azcentral, "The Art of the Charge: What to watch for when someone re-charges your home AC system," 30 Apr. 2018 The wood is burned at a high temperature, and the smoke particles collect in condensers and form a concentrated liquid. — Chuck Blount, San Antonio Express-News, "10 good store-bought BBQ sauces and what to do with them," 4 June 2018

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