Associations to the word «Sublimation»

Wiktionary

SUBLIMATION, noun. The transition of a substance from the solid phase directly to the vapor state such that it does not pass through the intermediate liquid phase.
SUBLIMATION, noun. The transformation of an impulse into something socially constructive.
SUBLIMATION ENERGY, noun. (physics) The increase in internal energy of a unit mass of solid when it undergoes sublimation at constant temperature and pressure

Dictionary definition

SUBLIMATION, noun. (chemistry) a change directly from the solid to the gaseous state without becoming liquid.
SUBLIMATION, noun. (psychology) modifying the natural expression of an impulse or instinct (especially a sexual one) to one that is socially acceptable.

Wise words

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Nathaniel Hawthorne