What is another word for thermopile?

Pronunciation: [θˈɜːməpˌa͡ɪl] (IPA)

A thermopile is a device that is used to measure temperature or to convert heat energy into electrical energy. However, there are a few other words that can be used as synonyms for thermopile. These include heat sensor, thermocouple, thermoelectric generator, and pyrometer. A heat sensor is a device that can detect changes in temperature. A thermocouple, like a thermopile, uses temperature differences to generate electricity. A thermoelectric generator is a device that can convert heat energy directly into electrical energy. Finally, a pyrometer is a type of thermometer that is used to measure high temperatures, such as those in furnaces or engines.

What are the hypernyms for Thermopile?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Thermopile?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for thermopile (as nouns)

Usage examples for Thermopile

This is a thermopile.
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And what is a thermopile?
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You see, down there I placed the couples of the thermopile beneath the electric furnace on the table.
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Related words: thermoacoustic cooling, thermoelectricity, thermoelectric power generation, thermopile effect, thermopile efficiency

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