coolant
word
Definition
A coolant is a liquid or gas used to remove heat from a machine or engine, helping to keep it from overheating.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in mechanical or automotive contexts; 'engine coolant' is common in cars. Not to be confused with 'refrigerant' (used in air conditioning or fridges). Used both as a countable and uncountable noun.
Spanish: refrigerante (de motor) - líquido refrigerantePortuguese (BR): fluido de arrefecimento - líquido refrigerantePortuguese (PT): líquido de refrigeração - refrigerante (de motor)Chinese (Simplified): 冷却液Chinese (Traditional): 冷卻液Hindi: कूलैंट (ठंडा करने वाला द्रव)Arabic: سائل تبريد
Example Sentences
The car needs more coolant to keep the engine from overheating.
basic
Always check the coolant level before a long trip.
basic
Without coolant, the machine could break down.
basic
I had to top up the coolant before driving to work.
natural
It’s important to replace your coolant every few years.
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After the warning light came on, I realized the coolant was low.
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