polycitral

/ˌpɒliˈsɪtrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or designating a type of crystalline solid that has more than one crystal form.

“The new compound exhibited polycrystalline properties, making it difficult to study.”

2. noun

A crystalline solid that has more than one crystal form.

“The researcher analyzed the polycrystal structure of the newly discovered mineral.”

Synonyms

  • polycrystalline
  • polysynthetic

Antonyms

  • monocrystalline
  • monosynthetic