cooling

cool-ing · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    In the process of becoming less hot.

  2. 2.

    The process of reducing temperature.

  3. 3.

    That cools or reduces temperature.

  4. 4.

    Becoming less intense or enthusiastic.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    cooling off period — time to calm down or reconsider
  • •
    cooling system — mechanism for reducing temperature
  • •
    cooling tower — structure for dissipating heat

Related words

Antonyms: heating, warming
See also: cool, heating, refrigeration
Synonyms: chilling, refrigerating

Etymology

From Old English "cōl" (cool) + "-ing."