kelvin
1 synonym for kelvin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The base unit of temperature in the metric system, used mainly in science, where zero kelvin is absolute zero.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use kelvin
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
degrees kelvin (informal, technically just "kelvin")
color temperature in kelvin
Etymology
Named after the Scottish physicist William Thomson, Lord Kelvin, who helped define the absolute temperature scale.
Full origin of kelvin →Frequently asked questions
What does “kelvin” mean?
The word “kelvin” means the base unit of temperature in the metric system, used mainly in science, where zero kelvin is absolute zero. In plain terms, a unit for measuring temperature in science, and also used to describe the warmth or coolness of light.
How do you pronounce “kelvin”?
“Kelvin” is pronounced KEHL-vihn (/ˈkɛlvɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “kelvin” in a sentence?
Here is “kelvin” used in a sentence: “Water freezes at 273.15 kelvin.”
What part of speech is “kelvin”?
“Kelvin” is a noun.
Is “kelvin” a common word?
“Kelvin” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “kelvin” have?
“Kelvin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the base unit of temperature in the metric system, used mainly in science, where zero kelvin is absolute zero.
