thermos-tatting
ther·mo·stat
[thur-muh-stat] noun, verb, ther·mo·stat·ted or ther·mo·stat·ed; ther·mo·stat·ting or ther·mo·stat·ing. 
məˌstæt noun
1.
a device, including a relay actuated by thermal conduction or convection, that functions to establish and maintain a desired temperature automatically or signals a change in temperature for manual adjustment.
verb (used with object)
2.
to equip or control with a thermostat.
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thermostat (ˈθɜːməˌstæt) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a device that maintains a system at a constant temperature. It often consists of a bimetallic strip that bends as it expands and contracts with temperature, thus breaking and making contact with an electrical power supply |
| 2. | a similar device that actuates equipment, such as a sprinkler, when a certain temperature is reached |
| thermo'static | |
| —adj | |
| thermo'statically | |
| —adv | |
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Word Origin & History
thermostat
1831, from thermo- + -stat, from Gk. statos "a standing," from PIE base *sta- "to stand" (see stet).
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Science Dictionary
| thermostat (thûr'mə-stāt') Pronunciation Key
A device that automatically controls heating or cooling equipment in such a way as to maintain a temperature at a constant level or within a specified range, generally using a thermometer capable of triggering electrical switches that activate or deactivate the equipment. |
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Cultural Dictionary
thermostat definition
A device that monitors and automatically responds to changes in temperature and activates switches controlling devices such as furnaces or air conditioners.
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