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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

emissions

/ɪˈmɪʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does emissions mean?

noun

The release of gases, especially carbon dioxide and other pollutants, into the atmosphere, typically as a result of human activity, such as burning fossil fuels.

Example

"The company's emissions of greenhouse gases were significantly reduced after they switched to renewable energy sources."

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