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A type of network cabling which satisfies plenum-ratings issued by the National Electrical Code. These cables are safer in case of a fire, producing less smoke and fumes
An enclosed space having greater than atmospheric pressure
A space that is completely filled with matter

The key to understanding medieval interpretations of motion in hypothetically void space is to realize that medieval natural philosophers analyzed the same bodies in the void that they discussed in the plenum of their ordinary world.

A state of fullness, a great quantity (of something)

He lay on the long stone slant down to the slapping waves, his denim shorts, sneakers, and socks under his head for a pillow, feeling the splendour of distance in all directions, the liquid silence, the plenum of aloneness.

A legislative meeting (especially of the Communist Party) in which all members are present
The space above a false ceiling used for cables, ducts etc
an enclosed space in which the air pressure is higher than outside a meeting of a legislative body at which all members are present; "the plenum will vote on all tax increases
This is an open chamber that collects or distributes gas In filtration systems, the term is used to describe the portions of the unit where gas passing through many bags accumulates in a single area and is moved toward the outlet The term is also used to describe large inlet ducts used to distribute the unfiltered gas to a number of different bag compartments
In suspended ceiling construction, the space between the suspended ceiling and the main structure above
Air flow passage made of duct board, metal, drywall or wood Joins supply and return ducts with HVAC equipment
A plenum is a meeting that is attended by all the members of a committee or conference. = plenary
A chamber, located between the throttle body and the runners of an intake manifold, used to distribute the intake charge evenly and to enhance engine breathing
A return air space inside buildings through which environmental air is handled
That state in which every part of space is supposed to be full of matter; opposed to vacuum
The air handling space between walls, under structural floors, and above drop ceilings, which can be used to route intrabuilding cabling
A chamber located between the throttle body and the runners of the intake manifold, used to distribute the intake charge evenly and enhance engine breathing The greater volume of gas in this enclosed area is under greater pressure than the surrounding container
A space within the building created by building components, designed for the movement of environmental air (a space above a suspended ceiling or below an access floor)
A sheet metal chamber in a furnace that collects heat in preparation for its transfer to rooms
a meeting of a legislative body at which all members are present; "the plenum will vote on all tax increases"
A sealed chamber at the inlet or outlet of an air handler The duct attaches to the plenum
An enclosure for flowing gases in a biosafety cabinet in which the static pressure at all points is relatively uniform
The air handling space between the walls, under structural floors, and above drop ceilings used to circulate and otherwise handle air in a building Such spaces are considered plenums only if they are used for air handling Work spaces are generally not considered plenums
A condition, as in an occupied room, in which the pressure of the air is greater than that of the outside atmosphere; as, a plenum may exist in a hall ventilated by a fan blower
An air compartment or chamber to which one or more ducts are connected and that forms part of an air distribution system
  In a building, an enclosure, created by building components such as a suspended ceiling or false floor, and used for the movement of environmental air   Note 1:   A plenum may be used to contain communications and power cables, e g , to reach equipment installed in open office or laboratory space   Note 2:   Cables installed in plenums must meet applicable environmental and fire protection regulations   This may mean enclosing them in suitable ducts or using cables having jackets and other components made of materials that are resistant to open flame and are non-toxic at high temperatures
{i} full assembly of Parliament, joint assembly of Parliament
A connection chute or duct used in heating or ventilation ducting Usually the point of connection between the heating unit and the main ducting system or the ducts and the diffusers
A compartment or chamber to which one or more air ducts are connected and that forms part of the air distribution system (Source National Electric Code)
An air duct inside buildings through which cables can be pulled or housed
An enclosure that is part of the air distribution system and is distinguished by having almost uniform air pressure A plenum often is formed in part or in total by portions of the building
an enclosed space in which the air pressure is higher than outside
the portions of the air distribution system that makes use of the building structure, and the sheet meal that connects distribution ductwork to an air handling unit Many buildings use the space above a dropped ceiling as a plenum
The space between the ceiling of a room and the structural floor above programming - A system of determining how a project will address the needs of a client
Air compartment connected to a duct or ducts
A chamber which can serve as a distribution area for heating or cooling systems, generally between a false ceiling and the actual ceiling
The air return path of a central air handling system, either ductwork or open space over a dropped ceiling
A compartment or chamber to which one or more air ducts are connected and that forms part of the air distribution system
A large duct or air chamber in which the hot air from the furnace is distributed to the ducting and through the ducts to the registers
plenum chamber
A pressurised housing
plenum chamber
A chamber, located between the throttle body and the runners of an intake manifold, used to distribute the intake charge evenly and to enhance engine breathing
plenum chamber
A space or ducting through which air is passed in the process of cooling, heating, humidifying, or de-humidifying
plenum chamber
See: Chamber, plenum
plenum discussion
discussion by a full assembly of legislature, debate by all lawmakers
plenum session
full assembly
plena
plural form of plenum
plena
A style of Puerto Rican music having a highly syncopated rhythm and often satirical lyrics
Knesset plenum
whole Knesset, all 120 members of the Israeli Knesset
plena
A song in this style
plena
A folkloric Puerto Rican songstyle traditionally played on the Panderetas The lyric content often deals with social or political statements, criticisms or satire
plena
An Afro-Puerto Rican urban tropical song form said to have been developed in Ponce during World War I The plena has four or six-line verses, with a refrain Lyrical content is social comment, satire, or humor Instrumentation has ranged from percussion through accordion or guitar-led groups to various dance band formats Its most famous composer and exponent was Manuel Jiminez, known as Canario It has been a minor influence on salsa through the work of Rafael Cortijo in the late 1950s and Willie Colon in the 1970s
plena
Several distinctive airs have originated in Puerto Rico Among them the Plena, which is a topical ballad similar to the Mexican Corrido When danced it resembles a Bolero
plena
plural of plenum
plenums
plural of plenum
Turkish - English
plenum
plenum

    Hyphenation

    ple·num

    Turkish pronunciation

    plenım

    Antonyms

    vacuum

    Pronunciation

    /ˈplenəm/ /ˈplɛnəm/

    Etymology

    [ 'ple-n&m, 'plE- ] (noun.) 1678. From Latin plēnum, noun use of neuter of plēnus (“full”). (Influenced by Russian пленум ‘plenary session’.)
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