eutectic

adjective

eu·​tec·​tic yü-ˈtek-tik 

1

of an alloy or solution : having the lowest melting point possible

2

: of or relating to a eutectic alloy or solution or its melting or freezing point

eutectic noun

eutectoid

yü-ˈtek-ˌtȯid 

adjective or noun

Examples of eutectic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the freezing stage, the product is cooled to below its eutectic point, or the lowest temperature at which the solid and liquid phase can coexist. —Ashton Yoon, Discover Magazine, 17 Feb. 2016

This is a great example of eutectic melting, where melting begins in places where the two substances touch. —Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 18 Apr. 2013

For example, Thompson has identified one candidate, a mixture of acids and bases called a deep eutectic solvent, that dissolves everything but nickel. —Ian Morse, Science | AAAS, 20 May 2021

Word History

Etymology

Greek eutēktos easily melted, from eu- + tēktos melted, from tēkein to melt — more at thaw

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

eutectic

adjective

eu·​tec·​tic yu̇-ˈtek-tik 

1

of an alloy or solution : having the lowest melting point possible

2

: of or relating to a eutectic alloy or solution or its melting or freezing point

eutectic noun