condenser

US /kənˈden.sɚ/
UK /kənˈden.sɚ/
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1.

a device or unit used to condense a substance from its gaseous to its liquid state, typically by cooling.

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The air conditioning unit uses a condenser to cool the refrigerant.
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The steam from the turbine is sent to a condenser.
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2.

an optical lens or system of lenses used to concentrate light, as in a microscope or projector.

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The microscope's condenser focuses light onto the specimen.
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Adjust the condenser for optimal illumination.
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collector lensfocusing lens
3.

an electrical component that stores energy in an electric field, also known as a capacitor.

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The circuit board has several small condensers.
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A faulty condenser can cause an electronic device to malfunction.
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capacitor
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