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Definition of cooling

cooling

/ˈkuː.lɪŋ/
cool · ing
Adverb:coolingly
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Plural:coolings
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cooling Lexical Profile

cooling Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Serving to lower the temperature or impart a refreshing sensation of coolness.

Example

"A cooling breeze swept off the ocean and brought relief from the midday heat."

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• noun

1

The process or act of making or becoming cooler in temperature.

Example

"Proper cooling of the engine is essential to prevent mechanical failure during long drives."

2

A gradual decrease in the intensity of an emotion, relationship, or economic activity.

Example

"Analysts observed a noticeable cooling of the housing market over the past quarter."

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• Rhymes for cooling

• Nearby Words

cooldown
cooler
coolheaded
cooling
coolish
coolly
coolness

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cooling. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cooling
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