effusion

Noun

Meaning

The act of pouring out; as, effusion of water, of blood, of grace, of words, and the like.

That which is poured out, literally or figuratively.

The escape of a fluid out of its natural vessel, either by rupture of the vessel, or by exudation through its walls. It may pass into the substance of an organ, or issue upon a free surface.

The liquid escaping or exuded.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

gush outburst blowup ebullition rhapsody gusher current flow cascade exudation radiation escape fit stream flood
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Antonyms

dally bridle limit discipline prohibition obstacle
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Hypernyms

reflexion expression flood reflection manifestation overflow

Hyponyms

explosion cry flare acting out

Related terms

effusive

Phrases with the word

effusion of blood erythrocyte effusion chyliform effusion pseudochylous effusion pleural effusion effusion cells

Examples

In her speech, she thanks Margo, Bill, Lloyd and Karen with characteristic effusion, while all four stare back at her coldly. Source: Internet

; Pericardial effusion : The serous pericardium normally contains fluid that reduces friction, but an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pericardium is called a pericardial effusion. Source: Internet

There they found the death of Attila accomplished by an effusion of blood, without any wound, and the girl with downcast face weeping beneath her veil. Source: Internet

In the same way, in the latter case, regarding effusion of a gas through a pin hole into a vacuum, Graham deduced that the rate of effusion of a gas is inversely proportional to the square root of its molar mass. Source: Internet

It reminds you more of a speech than of a mere effusion; of a letter rather than a secret diary. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

effuser effusin effusiometer effusion cells effusion fluid effusion holes