1. Noun
The process by which any substance is converted from a liquid state into, and carried off in, vapor; as, the evaporation of water, of ether, of camphor.
2. Noun
The transformation of a portion of a fluid into vapor, in order to obtain the fixed matter contained in it in a state of greater consistence.
3. Noun
That which is evaporated; vapor.
4. Noun
See Vaporization.
5. Noun
the process of becoming a vapor
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