demisting

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noun

The removal of the layer of fine liquid particles from the surface of a window or mirror.

Scrabble 13

Meanings

verb
  1. gerundparticiplepresentpresent participle and gerund of demist
noundemisting (uncountable)
  1. uncountableThe removal of the layer of fine liquid particles from the surface of a window or mirror.

    The roof is double-skinned and packed with insulation; the window glass is invisibly wired for electric demisting.

    1960 July, “The first G.E.C. 25 kV. a.c. electric locomotives for B.R.”, in Trains Illustrated, page 420

Translations

Italian disappannamento
  • disappannamentoremoval of fine liquid particles
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APA

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Chicago

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