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Meaning & Definition of Gaseous in English

English

Gaseous

Existing in the form of gas.


Pronunciation:

/ˈɡeɪ.ʃəs/

Part of Speech:

adjective

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: Having the characteristics of a gas.

    Example Sentence: The gaseous state of water is known as steam.

  • Definition: Pertaining to a gas, especially in a state of matter.

    Example Sentence: The gaseous emissions from the factory were monitored for safety.

  • Definition: Referring to a substance that is not solid or liquid.

    Example Sentence: The gaseous atmosphere of the planet is composed mainly of hydrogen and helium.

  • Definition: In a form that has no fixed shape or volume.

    Example Sentence: When temperatures rise, solids can change to their gaseous form.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'gasium' (a substance) and 'gaseus' (gaseous).

Synonyms

vaporous airy ethereal insubstantial

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • gaseous state: A state of matter where substances are in gas form.
  • gaseous emissions: Gases released into the atmosphere, often from industrial processes.
  • gaseous diffusion: The process of gas molecules spreading out to fill a space.

Translations

  • Spanish: gaseoso
  • French: gazeux
  • German: gasförmig
  • Russian: газообразный

Related Words

  • gas: A state of matter that has no fixed shape and can expand to fill any container.
  • vapour: A substance in the gaseous state, especially one that is normally a liquid or solid.
  • atmosphere: The envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet.

Slang Meanings of gaseous

  • Meaning: Used humorously to describe someone who is talking nonsense or being unclear.

    Example Sentence: He's just being gaseous again with all that talk about aliens.