dew point
Definition of dew point
: the temperature at which a vapor (such as water) begins or would begin to condense
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Examples of dew point in a Sentence
It's 78° outside and the dew point is 63°.
1826
First Known Use of dew point
1826
DEW POINT Defined for English Language Learners
dew point
Definition of dew point for English Language Learners
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: the temperature at which the moisture in the air forms visible drops of water : the temperature at which dew forms
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dew point
Definition of dew point for Students
: the temperature at which the moisture in the air begins to turn to dew
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