Found 2 items, similar to Sublimation.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: sublimation sublimation n 1: (chemistry) a change directly from the solid to the gaseous state without becoming liquid 2: (psychology) modifying the natural expression of an impulse or instinct (especially a sexual one) to one that is socially acceptable
English → English (gcide) Definition: Sublimation Sublimation \Sub"li*ma`tion\, n. [LL. sublimatio: cf. F. sublimation.] 1. (Chem.) The act or process of subliming, or the state or result of being sublimed. [1913 Webster] 2. The act of heightening or improving; exaltation; elevation; purification. [1913 Webster] 3. That which is sublimed; the product of a purifying process. [1913 Webster] Religion is the perfection, refinement, and sublimation of morality. --South. [1913 Webster]