Heating

/ˈhiːtɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process of making something warmer or the state of being warm.

The heating in the house was not working, so they bundled up in blankets.

A system or device for providing warmth, especially in buildings.

They decided to install central heating to improve comfort during the winter months.

The act of raising the temperature of something.

The heating of the metal caused it to expand and become more malleable.

verb

The present participle of 'heat', meaning to make something warm.

She is heating the soup on the stove for dinner.

To increase the temperature of something.

He is heating the water for the tea.

From the verb 'heat', derived from Old English 'hǣtan' meaning 'to make hot'.

central heating

A system that heats an entire building via ducts or pipes.

heating element

A component that converts electrical energy into heat.

underfloor heating

A method of heating a room from beneath the floor.

heat

The quality of being hot or warm.

hot

Having a high temperature.

temperature

The degree of heat present in a substance.

Heating up the atmosphere or mood.

The party really started heating up as more guests arrived.

To become more intense or exciting.

The rivalry between the two teams is heating up as the finals approach.