/juːˈɛktɪk/; also /juːˈɛktɪk/ i

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to a mixture of two or more substances that melts at a lower temperature than either component would alone, resulting in a single liquid phase.

“The researcher studied the eutectic properties of the new alloy to develop a more efficient cooling system.”

2. noun

a mixture of two or more substances that melts at a lower temperature than either component would alone, resulting in a single liquid phase.

“The eutectic mixture was used to create a highly conductive solution for the electronic device.”

3. verb

to produce or form a eutectic mixture, typically by heating two or more substances together.

“The engineer eutectic the metals to create a strong and lightweight alloy for the aircraft.”