antistatic
|an-ti-stat-ic|
/ˌæntiˈstætɪk/
preventing static electricity
Etymology
'antistatic' is formed from the prefix 'anti-' (from Greek 'anti-' meaning 'against') combined with 'static' (from Modern English 'static', relating to 'static electricity').
'static' comes from Greek 'statikos' (meaning 'causing to stand') via Latin and French into Middle English as 'static', and 'antistatic' was formed in modern English by combining 'anti-' + 'static'.
Originally the elements meant 'against' + 'causing to stand', but in modern usage 'antistatic' specifically means 'preventing or reducing static electricity'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a substance, treatment, or device that prevents or reduces static electricity (often called an 'antistatic agent').
Apply an antistatic to the surface before assembling the circuit board.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
designed to prevent or reduce the buildup of static electricity.
antistatic packaging helps protect electronic components during shipping.
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Last updated: 2025/09/10 19:00