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superheat

verb
/ˌsuːpərˈhiːt/

Meaning

to heat a substance beyond its normal boiling point without it becoming vapor

Example Sentences

Engineers superheat the steam to increase the efficiency of the turbine.

Synonyms

overheat, heat excessively, raise temperature, intensify heat

Antonyms

cool, chill

Collocations

superheat steam, superheat water, superheat system, superheat process

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