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calefactory


Meanings
  • noun

    A calefactory is a building or room designed to provide heat or warmth.


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calefactories , calefactory
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'calefactus', meaning 'heated'.


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  1. The first known calefactories date back to ancient Rome, where they were used to heat public baths and private homes.

  2. In the Middle Ages, calefactories were often used as hospitals, providing warmth and comfort to the sick and injured.


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  1. Heating system: Calefactories are often connected to larger heating systems that provide heat to multiple buildings or areas.

  2. Greenhouse effect: The process of trapping heat within a calefactory or other enclosed space is similar to the natural greenhouse effect, where gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat and maintain a warm temperature.


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Calefactories have been used throughout history to provide warmth and comfort, particularly in colder climates. They have been an essential part of human civilization, especially during the winter months.

How to Memorize "calefactory"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a large, warm building or room, where people gather to escape the cold. Visualize the fireplace or heater providing warmth and comfort.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'calefactory' with the feeling of warmth and comfort. Remember that it is a building or room designed to provide heat.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter of each word in 'Calefactory' stands for 'Cold Areas Lose Energy Fast, You Always Require Adequate Temperature'.


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