THERMAL

/ˈθɝmΙ™l/
12
Scrabble
13
WWF
T(1) H(4) E(1) R(1) M(3) A(1) L(1)
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Definition

/ˈθɝmΙ™l/
noun
  1. A column of rising air in the lower atmosphere created by uneven heating of Earth's surface.
verb
  1. (stone) To create a rough finish on stone by treating it with a high-temperature blow-torch.
  2. (gliding, often in the present participle) To fly an unpowered aircraft in a (thermal) column of rising air.
adjective
  1. Pertaining to heat or temperature.
  2. (fabric) Providing efficient insulation so as to keep the body warm.
  3. Caused or brought about by heat.

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