aftercooler
|af-ter-cool-er|
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🇺🇸
/ˈæftərˌkuːlər/
🇬🇧
/ˈɑːftəˌkuːlə/
device for cooling compressed air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aftercooler' originates from the combination of 'after-' meaning 'subsequent to' and 'cooler' meaning 'a device that cools'.
Historical Evolution
'aftercooler' was formed in modern English by combining 'after' and 'cooler'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a device that cools after a process', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device used to cool air after it has been compressed, typically in engines or air compressors.
The aftercooler helps improve engine efficiency by reducing the temperature of the compressed air.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/25 23:51