heating
UK: ˈhiːtɪŋ | US: ˈhiːtɪŋ
n. the process of making something warm or hot
n. a system or device used to provide warmth to a space
adj. causing an increase in temperature
The word "heating" derives from the Old English "hǣtu" (heat), which traces back to the Proto-Germanic *haitīną. The root "heat" refers to warmth or thermal energy, while the suffix "-ing" forms a noun indicating the action or result of the verb (e.g., "to heat" → "heating"). This structure reflects the functional transformation of the verb into a noun describing the process or system involved in generating warmth.
The heating in our apartment stopped working during the winter storm.
She turned on the heating to warm up the room.
Solar heating is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional systems.
The heating process requires careful temperature control.
Modern heating technologies have significantly improved energy efficiency.