Definitions

1. noun

A scientist who studies the flow and deformation of materials, especially liquids and gases, and the forces that act upon them, such as friction and viscosity.

“The team of rheologists worked together to develop a new formula for a more efficient lubricant.”

2. verb

To study or investigate the flow and deformation of materials, especially liquids and gases, and the forces that act upon them.

“The engineer rheologized the data to better understand the behavior of the new polymer.”