Meaning & Definition of word "Temperature"

Temperature

/ˈtɛmpərətʃər/

noun:

  • 1. The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object, typically measured with a thermometer.
    • Example: The temperature today is expected to reach a high of 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • 2. A measure of how hot or cold something is, often defined on a scale such as Celsius or Fahrenheit.
    • Example: You should check the temperature of the oven before putting in the cake.
  • 3. In a medical context, the degree of heat of a person's body.
    • Example: The nurse took the patient's temperature to see if there was a fever.
  • 4. A measure of the average kinetic energy of particles in an object.
    • Example: At absolute zero, the temperature of a system is defined as zero Kelvin.

Etymology

From Latin 'temperatura', from 'temperare' meaning to moderate, mix.

Common Phrases and Expressions

room temperature:

A temperature that is comfortable for humans, typically around 20-22 degrees Celsius.

high temperature:

An elevated temperature that often indicates a fever or heat.

temperature rise:

An increase in temperature, often referring to climate change.

Related Words

thermometer:

An instrument used to measure temperature.

hypothermia:

A medical emergency that occurs when body temperature falls below the required temperature.

hyperthermia:

A condition of elevated body temperature.

Slang Meanings of temperature

Meaning: It's hot as hell.

Example Sentence: Man, it's hot as hell outside!

Meaning: Freezing my butt off.

Example Sentence: I stepped outside and I'm freezing my butt off!