Emission Definition & Meaning

emission
noun
  1. the act of emitting; causing to flow forth
  2. a substance that is emitted or released
  3. the release of electrons from parent atoms
  4. any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body; "the discharge of pus"
  5. the occurrence of a flow of water (as from a pipe)

"Emission" in song lyrics

See how emission is used in real songs:

  • "You feel the burnin' emission"
    Natural Elements
  • "nnoctornal emission"
    AOL — AOL
  • "nocturnal emission"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "emission"

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