radiator
noun
ra·di·a·tor
ˈrā-dē-ˌā-tər 
dialectal ˈra-
: one that radiates: such as
a
: any of various devices (such as a series of pipes or tubes) for transferring heat from a fluid within to an area or object outside
b
: a transmitting antenna
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These stylish cases offer angled clear front panels and an upgrade from The Tower 200, with more room for radiators (up to a 360mm liquid cooler).
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John Burek, PCMAG, 14 Jan. 2025
The nine-bedroom house, which sold a few years ago for $3 million, had been meticulously restored, with all 24 of its gas lamps and ornate steam radiators in working order.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 13 Jan. 2025
Monique offers Lili a cuddly toy, and Jean-Jacques goes to the radiator to make sure their new pet is warm enough, as Lili's eyes slowly close in relaxation.
—Rachael O'Connor, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
If your home doesn’t have a space getting that cool, at least position pots away from heat sources like vents, fireplaces, kitchen appliances, and radiators.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 2 Jan. 2025
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John Burek, PCMAG, 14 Jan. 2025
The nine-bedroom house, which sold a few years ago for $3 million, had been meticulously restored, with all 24 of its gas lamps and ornate steam radiators in working order.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 13 Jan. 2025
Monique offers Lili a cuddly toy, and Jean-Jacques goes to the radiator to make sure their new pet is warm enough, as Lili's eyes slowly close in relaxation.
—Rachael O'Connor, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
If your home doesn’t have a space getting that cool, at least position pots away from heat sources like vents, fireplaces, kitchen appliances, and radiators.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Radiator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/radiator. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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radiator
noun
ra·di·a·tor
ˈrād-ē-ˌāt-ər
: one that radiates
especially
: any of various devices (as a set of pipes or tubes) for transferring heat from a fluid within to an area or object outside
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