The emission
Example: Emission releases substances into air
Definition
"The emission" refers to the act or process of releasing substances, such as gases or pollutants, into the air or environment. It often pertains to outputs from vehicles, factories, or natural sources that affect air quality and contribute to environmental changes.
Etymology
The word "emission" originates from the Latin verb 'emittere,' meaning 'to send out' or 'to let go.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages, initially used in scientific contexts to describe the release of light or other energy forms, eventually broadening to include the release of substances into the environment.
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"The emission" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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