Cels

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. As an abbreviation, refers to units of temperature measured in degrees Celsius ; as a plural noun, can mean multiple compartments or cells within an organism or structure
2. Used to indicate temperatures on the Celsius scale ; collectively designates separate enclosed spaces such as biological cells or small rooms
3. Denotes a specific temperature measurement system as degrees Celsius ; can also signify multiple individual divisions or units such as cells in science or architecture

Etymology: "Cels" is the plural of "cel", a short form of "Celsius" used in the unit name "degrees Celsius." The name honours Anders Celsius, the Swedish astronomer who proposed the scale in 1742. The clipped form "cel" is a unit symbol-style abbreviation that shortened the scientific term into a single syllable, and its plural follows the usual English pattern of adding an "s".

Synonyms: degree Celsius, degree centigrade, temperature, heat, warmth

Antonyms: cold, coolness, chill, frost, freeze