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Definition of Enthalpy
1. Noun. (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity equal to the internal energy of a system plus the product of its volume and pressure. "Enthalpy is the amount of energy in a system capable of doing mechanical work"
Exact synonyms: H, Heat Content, Total Heat
Generic synonyms: Physical Property
Category relationships: Thermodynamics
Generic synonyms: Physical Property
Category relationships: Thermodynamics
Definition of Enthalpy
1. a thermodynamic measure of heat [n -PIES]
Medical Definition of Enthalpy
1. The heat in a system. (09 Oct 1997)