English dictionary
emit
/I/'m/I/t/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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expel (gases or odors)
Source: WordNet 3.0
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give off, send forth, or discharge; as of light, heat, or radiation, vapor, etc.
ExamplesThe ozone layer blocks some harmful rays which the sun emits.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To send forth; to throw or give out; to cause to issue; to give vent to; to eject; to discharge; as, fire <i>emits</i> heat and smoke; boiling water <i>emits</i> steam; the sun <i>emits</i> light.
Source: webster1913