transpiration
noun/ˌtræn.spəˈreɪ.ʃən/
Frequency rank: #19,649 most common English word
Meaning
the process by which plants lose water vapor through their leaves and other surfaces.
Example sentence
Plants release water vapor into the air through transpiration, which helps cool the surrounding environment.
Synonyms & related words
- evaporation
- perspiration
- sweating
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