Vocabulary
Emission
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
the production and discharge of something, especially gas or radiation.
Urdu meaning
اخراج، نکالنا، اشعاعی طیف
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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- The report discusses two high-emission scenarios.
- Based on their NDCs, countries have taken measures to move towards net-zero emission targets.
- Energy and manufacturing feature comprehensive technical screening criteria, with emission thresholds and renewable energy priorities.
- Transportation emphasises zero-emission vehicles and sustainable infrastructure, while construction incorporates energy-efficiency needs.
- The very first step should be to develop a high-resolution emission inventory of major pollutants in the entire airshed region encompassing both countries near the border areasrather thanfocusing on cities or states.
Synonyms
discharge, excretion, release, outflow, outpouring, outrush, leak, ejection; secretion
Antonyms
concealment, withholding
Curator example
“the effects of lead emission on health”
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