eutectic

adjective eu·tec·tic \yü-ˈtek-tik\

Definition of EUTECTIC

of an alloy or solution : having the lowest melting point possible

: of or relating to a eutectic alloy or solution or its melting or freezing point

— eutectic noun

— eu·tec·toid \-ˌtȯid\ adjective or noun

Greek eutēktos easily melted, from eu- + tēktos melted, from tēkein to melt — more at thaw

First Known Use: 1884

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adjective eu·tec·tic \yu̇-ˈtek-tik\

of an alloy or solution : having the lowest melting point possible

: of or relating to a eutectic alloy or solution or its melting or freezing point

—eutectic noun

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