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dwell time

noun

Definitions

  1. The length of time that a thing or person remains in a given state.

    • The drone has a dwell time of about six hours when operating from an in-theater airfield.
    • The part needs a total dwell time in the autoclave of 95 minutes.
    • The twist drill needs a total dwell time of 500 milliseconds at the bottom of the hole.

  2. Synonym of contact time.

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