First Known Use: 1884
Dictionary
eutectic
adjective eu·tec·tic \yü-ˈtek-tik\
Definition of EUTECTIC
1
of an alloy or solution : having the lowest melting point possible
2
: of or relating to a eutectic alloy or solution or its melting or freezing point
— eutectic noun
— eu·tec·toid \-ˌtȯid\ adjective or noun
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Origin of EUTECTIC
Greek eutēktos easily melted, from eu- + tēktos melted, from tēkein to melt — more at thaw
Medical Dictionary
eutectic
adjective eu·tec·tic \yu̇-ˈtek-tik\
Medical Definition of EUTECTIC
1
of an alloy or solution : having the lowest melting point possible
2
: of or relating to a eutectic alloy or solution or its melting or freezing point
—eutectic noun
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