outgas

English

verb
Definitions
  • To release gaseous substances into the air, especially of a polymer material as it is aged or heated.

Etymology

Prefix from English gas (mixture, chemical element, flammable gaseous hydrocarbon hydrocarbon mixture used as a fuel, state of matter).

Origin

English

gas

Gloss

mixture, chemical element, flammable gaseous hydrocarbon hydrocarbon mixture used as a fuel, state of matter

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