Meaning of the word thermals in English

What does thermals mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

thermals

Adjective

connected with heat:

Example:
thermal conductivity (= ability of a substance to carry heat)

Noun

a large column of hot air rising from the ground:

Example:
Paragliders can catch rides on these currents, hopping from thermal to thermal and covering many miles in a single day.
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