Hydrothermal Meaning in English

word

US

ˌhaɪdɹoʊˈθɝməɫ

hy-droh-THER-muhl

UK

hˌaɪdɹəðˈɜːməl

hy-druh-THUR-muhl

Definition

Relating to heated water, especially the processes and environments where water interacts with heat, such as underwater vents or in the Earth's crust.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in scientific contexts, especially geology and oceanography. Common phrases include 'hydrothermal vent', 'hydrothermal system', or 'hydrothermal alteration'. Not used in everyday conversation.

• Spanish: hidrotermal
• Portuguese (BR): hidrotermal
• Portuguese (PT): hidrotermal
• Chinese (Simplified): 热液的
• Chinese (Traditional): 熱液的
• Hindi: हाइड्रोथर्मल
• Arabic: حراري مائي
• Bengali: হাইড্রোথার্মাল - তাপজ জলসংক্রান্ত
• Russian: гидротермальный
• Japanese: 熱水性（ねっすいせい）- ハイドロサーマル
• Vietnamese: thuỷ nhiệt
• Korean: 수열(수열적인) - 하이드로써멀
• Turkish: hidrotermal
• Urdu: آب حرارتی - ہائیڈروتھرمل
• Indonesian: hidrotermal

Example Sentences

A hydrothermal vent releases hot water and minerals from the ocean floor.

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Scientists study hydrothermal systems to understand Earth's geology.

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The hydrothermal process forms new mineral deposits under the sea.

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Many unique species live near hydrothermal vents deep in the ocean.

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Geologists use hydrothermal alteration to find valuable metals underground.

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Exploring hydrothermal vents helps us learn about life in extreme environments.

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