De radiator
Example: De radiator verwarmt de kamer snel tijdens koude dagen.
Definition
"De radiator" is a device used in heating systems to warm up a room by transferring heat from hot water or steam circulating inside it, typically mounted on walls. It helps maintain a comfortable indoor temperature during cold days.
Etymology
The word "de radiator" comes from the Latin verb 'radiāre,' meaning 'to emit rays,' referring to the heat radiated by the device. It entered Dutch through technical language influenced by English and other European languages during the development of heating technology.
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"De radiator" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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