vapor

US /ˈveɪ.pɚ/
UK /ˈveɪ.pɚ/
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1.

a substance diffused or suspended in the air, especially one normally liquid or solid

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The steam from the hot water created a thick vapor.
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Chemical vapors can be dangerous if inhaled.
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steammistfogfumehaze
2.

a feeling or mood that is insubstantial or fleeting

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His promises often turn out to be mere vapor.
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The excitement of the moment quickly turned to vapor.
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ephemeratransiencefutilitynothingness
1.

to convert into vapor

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The intense heat caused the liquid to vaporize rapidly.
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The scientist used a special device to vaporize the sample.
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evaporateatomizegasifyvolatilize
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vaporization