ther·mo·stat
ˈthər-mə-ˌstat 
: an automatic device for regulating temperature (as by controlling the supply of gas or electricity to a heating apparatus)
also
: a similar device for actuating fire alarms or for controlling automatic sprinklers
thermostated
ˈthər-mə-ˌsta-təd
also thermostatted; thermostating also thermostatting
also thermostatted; thermostating also thermostatting
: to provide with or control the temperature of by a thermostat
Examples of thermostat in a Sentence
Noun
I set the thermostat to 68 degrees.
Recent Examples on the Web
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 3 Apr. 2024
And there’s also technology that improves the way that the indoor and outdoor units communicate with each other and with a thermostat that optimizes the system.
—Stephen Cass, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Apr. 2024
The ongoing battle for control of the office thermostat has been an epic discussion around the water cooler for decades.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2024
Authorities are urging people across the state to reduce electricity use where possible and turn thermostats down to 68 degrees or lower.
—NBC News, 18 Jan. 2024
Utility impacts To conserve energy and save money, both Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy are asking customers to lower those thermostat settings, if possible, during this cold snap.
—Staff and Wire Reports, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2024
The thermostat read 49 degrees at Red Bull Arena, a steady downpour never let up the entire game, and Inter Miami’s cold, sloppy performance reflected the weather conditions.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2024
Adding a dimmer switch to lighting, using energy-efficient appliances, or investing in smart thermostats can lead to substantial savings on utility bills.
—Melissa Houston, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
In-home technology Across California, new construction homes include smart-home technology ranging from thermostats and security systems to remotely programmable appliances and even water-leak detection systems.
—Cameron Sullivan, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2024
Noun
Here are some other hints and tricks that Freeman included in the Idaho Power news release:
Check your thermostat settings and adjust your temperatures for a spring and summer schedule.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 3 Apr. 2024
And there’s also technology that improves the way that the indoor and outdoor units communicate with each other and with a thermostat that optimizes the system.
—Stephen Cass, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Apr. 2024
The ongoing battle for control of the office thermostat has been an epic discussion around the water cooler for decades.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2024
Authorities are urging people across the state to reduce electricity use where possible and turn thermostats down to 68 degrees or lower.
—NBC News, 18 Jan. 2024
Utility impacts To conserve energy and save money, both Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy are asking customers to lower those thermostat settings, if possible, during this cold snap.
—Staff and Wire Reports, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2024
The thermostat read 49 degrees at Red Bull Arena, a steady downpour never let up the entire game, and Inter Miami’s cold, sloppy performance reflected the weather conditions.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2024
Adding a dimmer switch to lighting, using energy-efficient appliances, or investing in smart thermostats can lead to substantial savings on utility bills.
—Melissa Houston, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
In-home technology Across California, new construction homes include smart-home technology ranging from thermostats and security systems to remotely programmable appliances and even water-leak detection systems.
—Cameron Sullivan, The Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2024
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thermostat
noun
ther·mo·stat
ˈthər-mə-ˌstat
: a device that automatically controls temperature
thermostatic
adjective
ˌthər-mə-ˈstat-ik
thermostatically
adverb
-i-k(ə-)lē
Medical Definition
thermostat
1 of 2 noun
ther·mo·stat
ˈthər-mə-ˌstat
1
: an automatic device for regulating temperature (as by controlling the supply of gas or electricity to a heating apparatus)
2
: a piece of apparatus (as a constant-temperature chamber) regulated by a thermostat
thermostat
2 of 2 transitive verb
thermostated
-ˌstat-əd
or thermostatted; thermostating or thermostatting
or thermostatted; thermostating or thermostatting
: to provide with or control the temperature of by a thermostat
a thermostated centrifuge
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