Conduction ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Conduction ( noun )

1. The transfer of heat or electricity through a material without the material moving.
2. The act of leading or directing.

Origin:

From the latin conducere, meaning to lead or bring together.

Examples:

1. Heat is conducted through the metal pan to the food.
2. The conduction of electricity through the wire powers the lightbulb.
3. He was responsible for the conduction of the orchestra.
4. The conduction of the meeting was a disaster, no one knew who was in charge.
5. The conduction of the experiment was done with great care to avoid any errors.

(As a verb)

Conduction ( verb )

1. The transfer of heat or electricity through a material without the material moving.
2. The act of leading or directing.

Origin:

From the latin conducere, meaning to lead or bring together.

Examples:

1. Heat is conducted through the metal pan to the food.
2. The conduction of electricity through the wire powers the lightbulb.
3. He was responsible for the conduction of the orchestra.
4. The conduction of the meeting was a disaster, no one knew who was in charge.
5. The conduction of the experiment was done with great care to avoid any errors.