emit
Translation
to emit, to give off, to discharge
Examples
The factory emits toxic fumes.
The factory emits toxic fumes.
The sun emits light and heat.
The sun emits light and heat.
The speaker emitted a strange sound.
The speaker emitted a strange sound.
Grammar Patterns
to emit ((sth.)) to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas. The volcano emits ash and lava.
Similar Words
Synonyms: release, discharge, give off, radiate
Etymology
From Latin 'emittere' (to send out), from 'e-' (out) + 'mittere' (to send).
Memory Tips
Think 'exit' + 'transmit'. To emit is to send something out, like it's exiting.