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
Other Word Forms
Conjugated Forms
Present
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has air-conditionedperfect 3rd person singular
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have air-conditionedperfect
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has been air-conditioningperfect progressive 3rd person singular
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are air-conditioningprogressive
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air-conditioningparticiple
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is air-conditioningprogressive 3rd person singular
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have been air-conditioningperfect progressive
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air-conditionssingular 3rd person
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am air-conditioningprogressive 1st person singular
Past
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had air-conditionedperfect
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were air-conditioningprogressive plural
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air-conditionedsimple
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air-conditionedparticiple
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had been air-conditioningperfect progressive
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was air-conditioningprogressive singular
Future
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
Letter is the informal commissioner of the group, made up mostly of government workers who choose not to pay extra to air-condition the gym.
From Washington Post • Dec. 25, 2019
In winter, the lakes almost never freeze, moderating harsh cold to protect the dormant vines, while in summer they air-condition the vineyards.
From New York Times • Oct. 11, 2011
I figure I just do it when I get to Miss Leefolt’s, in the air-condition.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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