Conduction
/kənˈdʌkʃən/noun
The process of transferring heat or electricity through a substance.
Did you know?The root of 'conduction' is tied to the Latin word for 'lead', revealing how energy has been seen as something that can be directed or guided, much like a conductor leads an orchestra.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dʰegʲ-
“to burn, heat, or shine”
Latin
Latin
conducere
“to lead together, to bring together”
Late Latin
Late Latin
conductio
“a bringing together, guidance”
Old French
Old French
conduction
“the act of leading or guiding”
Modern English
English
conduction
“the process of transferring heat or electricity through a medium”