Emit
/ɪˈmɪt/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo send out or discharge (something, such as light, heat, or sound) often through some kind of opening.
/ɪˈmɪt/
To produce and discharge something, especially light, heat, or a sound.
The volcano emitted smoke and ash.
💡 Simply: Imagine a radio playing music. When it plays, it emits sound! Emit is like when something *sends out* something else, like light, sound, or even smells. For example, a candle emits light and heat.
👶 For kids: To send something out, like a light or a sound.
More Examples
The factory emitted pollutants into the air.
The speaker emitted a sigh of relief.
How It's Used
"The sun emits a large amount of radiation."
"The new device emits a high-pitched tone."
To utter or pronounce something.
/ɪˈmɪt/
To utter or pronounce (a word or sound).
He emitted a groan of frustration.
💡 Simply: Sometimes, emit means to *say* something. Like when someone is sad, they might emit a little sob. It's like the sound is being released.
👶 For kids: To make a sound or say a word.
More Examples
She emitted a long sigh.
The dog emitted a low growl.
How It's Used
"She emitted a small cry of pain."
"The witness emitted a statement to the authorities."
From Latin *ēmittere*, from *ex-* (out) + *mittere* (to send, let go).
The word 'emit' has been used since the late 16th century to describe the action of sending out or releasing something.
Memory tip
Think of a light bulb. It lets out light. E-MIT: Out!