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(of clothes) designed with special material that keeps the wearer warm
- She wore a thermal jacket and pants to stay warm during the winter hike.
- Keeping warm in the winter is important, so I invested in thermal socks and a cozy blanket.
- The outdoor enthusiasts wore thermal base layers to maintain their body temperature in the chilly conditions
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related to heat or temperature, including how heat moves, how materials expand with temperature changes, and the energy stored in heat
- As the temperature increased, the metal expanded due to thermal expansion.
- The thermal conductivity of copper makes it an excellent material for heat sinks and electrical wiring.
- During the hike, I felt the sun's thermal rays warming my skin.
- Heat transfer occurs through thermal conduction, convection, and radiation.
- Thermal imaging cameras detect infrared radiation emitted by objects to visualize temperature variations.
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relating to a naturally heated water source
- The town is famous for its thermal baths, which attract visitors year-round.
- We soaked in a thermal spring nestled in the mountains.
- Ancient Romans often built public thermal spas near natural hot springs.
- The resort offers various thermal treatments believed to improve circulation.
- Minerals from the thermal waters are said to have healing properties.