thermally-stable
|ther-mal-ly-sta-ble|
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/ˈθɜːrməli ˈsteɪbəl/
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/ˈθɜːməli ˈsteɪbəl/
heat-resistant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'thermally-stable' originates from the Greek word 'thermos,' meaning 'heat,' and the Latin word 'stabilis,' meaning 'firm or steadfast.'
Historical Evolution
'Thermos' combined with 'stabilis' in scientific contexts to describe materials that maintain their properties under heat.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to materials that could withstand heat without degradation, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resistant to changes in structure or properties when exposed to heat.
The compound is thermally-stable, making it ideal for high-temperature applications.
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Last updated: 2025/04/21 22:26