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(green-house-ef-fect) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. the warming of the Earth's surface due to trapped heat from the sun.

Example Sentence

The scientist studied the greenhouse effect of the exhaust from the vehicles.

More Example Sentences

It is important to reduce greenhouse gases.

Synonyms

climate change; global warming

Antonyms

freeze

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