[+ obj] 1 : to send (light, energy, etc.) out from a source
▪ The telescope can detect light emitted by distant galaxies. ▪ chimneys emitting thick, black smoke ▪ The flowers of this plant emit [=give off] a powerful odor. 2 : to make (a certain sound)
▪ The brakes emitted a loud squeal. ▪ The students emitted [=let out] a (collective) groan as the test results were announced.
▪ The telescope can detect light emitted by distant galaxies. ▪ chimneys emitting thick, black smoke ▪ The flowers of this plant emit [=give off] a powerful odor.
▪ The brakes emitted a loud squeal. ▪ The students emitted [=let out] a (collective) groan as the test results were announced.







