radiant heat
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of radiant heat
First recorded in 1500–10
Example Sentences
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This includes people employed in construction and agriculture as well as those who work in indoor environments with radiant heat and no air conditioning, such as pizza kitchens.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
It measures not just the air temperature but takes into account humidity, radiant heat from the sun and the court surface temperature.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
Recent studies into fire mechanics have generally found that the intense heat from wildfire can quickly dry out these plants, making them susceptible to ignition from embers, flames and radiant heat.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 13, 2026
The radiant heat installer and electrician were happy.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 25, 2023
Where radiant heat is allowed to fall upon an absorbing substance, a certain thickness of the latter is always necessary for the absorption.
From The Glaciers of the Alps Being a narrative of excursions and ascents, etc. by Tyndall, John
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