C2nounsciencenature
US/ˌkɑːn.denˈseɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌkɒn.denˈseɪ.ʃən/
small drops of water that form when warm air touches a cold surface; the change from gas to liquid
In context
In Hanoi's humid spring, condensation runs down the walls and windows.
Clouds form through the condensation of water vapor in cooler air.
Wipe the condensation off the bathroom mirror after your shower.
Words that go with condensation
noun + preposition
- condensation onThere was condensation on the inside of the car windows.
verb + noun
- prevent condensationGood ventilation helps prevent condensation and mold.
- reduce condensationDouble-glazed windows reduce condensation in winter.
noun + noun
- condensation trailThe jet left a long condensation trail across the blue sky.
- water condensationWater condensation inside the camera lens ruined the photos.