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Celsius

Definition:

Celsius refers to a scale of temperature in which the freezing point of water is 0 degrees and the boiling point of water is 100 degrees, under standard atmospheric conditions.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Senses:

1. Noun - Temperature scale:

In this sense, Celsius is used to describe the scale of temperature.

Example sentence: The weather forecast predicted temperatures in the high twenties on the Celsius scale.

2. Noun - An individual measurement on the Celsius scale:

Celsius can also refer to an individual temperature measurement on the Celsius scale.

Example sentence: The daily average temperature recorded today was 25 degrees Celsius.

3. Adjective - Relating to the Celsius scale:

As an adjective, Celsius pertains to or is characterized by the Celsius scale.

Example sentence: Remember to set your oven to a Celsius temperature of 180 degrees for the recipe.

4. Adjective - Popular or widely used:

Celsius can also refer to something that is popular or widely used by people.

Example sentence: The Celsius temperature scale is more commonly used worldwide than the Fahrenheit scale.

5. Adjective - Local:

In this sense, Celsius is used to describe something specific to or associated with a particular locality.

Example sentence: The restaurant serves traditional local dishes with a Celsius flare.

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