air-condition

American  

[air-kuhn-dish-uhn] / ˈɛər kənˌdɪʃ ən /

verb (used with object)

1. to furnish with an air-conditioning system.

2. to treat (air) with such a system.

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air-condition British  

verb

1. (tr) to apply air conditioning to

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Etymology

Origin of air-condition

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

As the people with microphones and notebooks pushed and shoved in a hot and muggy hallway--”We don’t air-condition the corridors in this county,” cackled one old observer--it suddenly became apparent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2025

Valerie Wilson, the business administrator for Newark’s public schools, said there’s little public understanding of the high costs and logistical obstacles that districts such as hers would have to overcome to air-condition all their schools.

From Washington Post • Jun. 4, 2022

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

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

Ever once in a while, that air-condition motor go phheeewww.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett

Related Words

• air-cool
• chill
• cool down
• freeze
• ice
• refrigerate