Emission

/ɪˈmɪʃ.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act or process of emitting or sending out; a discharge.

The factory was fined for its high levels of carbon emissions.

Something that is emitted, especially gases or radiation.

The emission of greenhouse gases contributes to global warming.

An issuance or publication of something, particularly in terms of money or securities.

The company announced the emission of new bonds to raise capital.

The discharge of particles or energy from a source.

The emission of light from the stars can provide insights into their composition.

A release of sound or radiation.

The emission of ultrasonic waves is used in various medical imaging techniques.

Latin 'emissio', from 'emittere' meaning 'to send out'.

greenhouse gas emissions

Gases released into the atmosphere that contribute to the greenhouse effect.

emission standards

Legal requirements governing the emissions of pollutants into the air.

radioactive emission

The release of radiation from a substance, often associated with nuclear processes.

emit

To produce or discharge something, often energy or radiation.

emissive

Relating to the ability to emit energy or particles.

emission spectrum

The range of wavelengths emitted by a substance.

A term sometimes used to refer to emissions from vehicles in an informal context.

Did you see that old car? The emissions it puts out are crazy!

Colloquially used to describe the release of bodily gases.

Dude, was that you? I can't handle that emission!