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thermostat Definition

thermo·stat (t̸hʉr′mə stat′)

noun

  1. an apparatus for regulating temperature, esp. one that automatically controls a heating or cooling unit
  2. a device that sets off equipment at a certain temperature, as a fire alarm system

Etymology: thermo- + -stat

thermostat Related Forms

ther′mo·stat′ic adjective ther′mo·stat′i·cally adverb

thermostat Usage Examples

Preposition: on

radiator: It is equipped with a gas central heating system with individual thermostats on radiators.

Modifies a noun

  • setting: We were still not happy with the thermostat setting.
  • housing: Beware of seized up studs on the thermostat housing.
  • control: Access to the roof space, central heating thermostat control, airing cupboard housing a lagged hot water cylinder, radiator.

Adjective modifier

  • programmable: The heating mats / cables come in a variety of sizes and kits come complete with an automatic, fully programmable thermostat.
  • adjustable: Adjustable thermostat offers you total control over the temperature of the fridge or freezer, helping you save electricity.
  • faulty: Both these are common signs of a faulty thermostat.
  • mechanical: This problem is an investigation of the influence of acceleration heating on the behavior of a mechanical room thermostat.
  • central: Turning your central heating thermostat down by 1 degree you can save up to 10 % of your heating costs.
  • hot: Check your hot water tank thermostat is set no higher than 60 degrees Celsius.

Converse of object

  • mount: Textured ceiling, hatch to partially boarded loft space, wall mounted central heating thermostat.
  • turn: Shop around for cheaper supplier, turn the thermostat down just a little.
  • install: Over insulating can cause the heat tape itself to overheat, even with a properly installed thermostat.
  • fit: It is also advisable to have a new thermostat fitted at the same time.
  • set: The temperature of the room may be adjusted by setting the thermostat.

Noun used with modifier

  • heating: Access to the roof space, central heating thermostat control, airing cupboard housing a lagged hot water cylinder, radiator.
  • cylinder: Hot water cylinder thermostat Found around your hot water tank, this controls the tap water temperature.
  • radiator: Hill View House ensures that radiator thermostats are working properly.
  • room: A room thermostat adds even more control to your system.
  • tank: Check your hot water tank thermostat is set no higher than 60 degrees Celsius.