dew point: Meaning and Definition of

dew' point"

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  1. the temperature to which air must be cooled, at a given pressure and water-vapor content, for it to reach saturation; the temperature at which dew begins to form. Also calledCf. absolute humidity, mixing ratio, relative humidity, specific humidity.
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