emitted; emitting
1
a
: to throw or give off or out
emit light/heat
b
: to send out : eject
2
a
: to issue with authority
especially
: to put (something, such as money) into circulation
b
obsolete
: publish
3
: to give utterance or voice to
emitted a groan
emitter
noun
Examples of emit in a Sentence
The telescope can detect light emitted by distant galaxies.
chimneys emitting thick, black smoke
The brakes emitted a loud squeal.
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Also, the Cane Toad emits a toxin that irritates skin and eyes.
—
Alan Clemons, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2025
While scanning the ground near a small tree, the metal detector emitted a distinctive sound.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
Heavy-duty transportation in California is estimated to emit as much carbon dioxide, the main cause of climate change, annually as New Zealand.
—Peter Eavis, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2025
The snakes are also known for emitting a foul-smelling odor.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 17 Feb. 2025
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Alan Clemons, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2025
While scanning the ground near a small tree, the metal detector emitted a distinctive sound.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
Heavy-duty transportation in California is estimated to emit as much carbon dioxide, the main cause of climate change, annually as New Zealand.
—Peter Eavis, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2025
The snakes are also known for emitting a foul-smelling odor.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 17 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for emit
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“Emit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emit. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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