air-condition
Americanverb (used with object)
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to furnish with an air-conditioning system.
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to treat (air) with such a system.
verb
Etymology
Origin of air-condition
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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People die in stifling homes, apartments and trailers they can’t afford to air-condition.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 18, 2023
Swaine’s wish list is very specific: an updated heating and air-condition system and, ultimately, a space to grow and add exhibits.
From Washington Times • Feb. 1, 2020
Beckenbauer told Saturday’s Bild newspaper it would be a cheaper solution then to air-condition all stadiums in Qatar, which is in the Persian Gulf.
From New York Times • Dec. 4, 2010
"I'm looking forward to Qatar's attempts to air-condition the outdoors – it could be just the solution to global warming the world has been looking for" – Matt Clark.
From The Guardian • Dec. 3, 2010
You’d think they’d at least air-condition the place.
From "Twelve Angry Men" by Reginald Rose
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