piezoelectric
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/piˌeɪzoʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/
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/piˌeɪzəʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/
electricity from pressure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'piezoelectric' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'piezein,' where 'piezein' meant 'to press.'
Historical Evolution
'piezein' combined with 'electric' to form the modern English word 'piezoelectric.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to press and generate electricity,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving the generation of a voltage when mechanical stress is applied to certain materials.
The piezoelectric sensor detected the pressure change.
Synonyms
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