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refrigerant

/ˌrɛf.rɪˈdʒɛr.ənt/ noun · British & US
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What does refrigerant mean?

noun

A substance used in refrigeration, such as a gas or liquid, that changes state from liquid to gas as it absorbs heat, and is used to cool a system or a space.

Example

"The refrigerant in the air conditioner was leaking, causing the room to heat up."

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