epitaxic

/ˌepɪˈtæksɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting the growth of crystals on a surface in a specific orientation

“The epitaxic layer on the semiconductor chip was crucial for its performance.”

2. noun

a process or phenomenon characterized by the growth of crystals on a surface in a specific orientation

“The epitaxic growth of crystals was observed under the microscope.”

Synonyms

  • aligned
  • oriented

Antonyms

  • disordered
  • random