aerogels
|aer-o-gels|
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/ˈɛroʊˌdʒɛlz/
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/ˈeərəʊˌdʒɛlz/
(aerogel)
lightweight porous material
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerogel' originates from the combination of 'aero-' meaning 'air' and 'gel,' referring to its gel-like structure.
Historical Evolution
'aerogel' was coined in the 20th century to describe this unique material, combining the properties of air and gel.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any gel with air as the liquid component, but now it specifically denotes a highly porous and lightweight material.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/19 09:51