solid-state
adjective
sol·id-state
ˌsä-ləd-ˈstāt 
1
: relating to the properties, structure, or reactivity of solid material
especially
: relating to the arrangement or behavior of ions, molecules, nucleons, electrons, and holes in the crystals of a substance (such as a semiconductor) or to the effect of crystal imperfections on the properties of a solid substance
solid-state physics
2
a
: utilizing the electric, magnetic, or optical properties of solid materials
solid-state circuitry
b
: using semiconductor devices rather than electron tubes
a solid-state radio
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Barry Collins, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
The processor is paired with up to 32GB of memory, 1TB of solid-state storage, and an assortment of connectivity, like Wi-Fi 6E, dual USB4 ports, and HDMI 2.1.
—Brian Westover, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
The game entered another wave of popularity, setting the stage for a new generation of machines using modern, solid-state electronics.
—Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 6 Jan. 2025
Unlike traditional lithium batteries, which use liquid or gel electrolytes, Yoshino’s solid-state batteries employ a solid electrolyte.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
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Barry Collins, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
The processor is paired with up to 32GB of memory, 1TB of solid-state storage, and an assortment of connectivity, like Wi-Fi 6E, dual USB4 ports, and HDMI 2.1.
—Brian Westover, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
The game entered another wave of popularity, setting the stage for a new generation of machines using modern, solid-state electronics.
—Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 6 Jan. 2025
Unlike traditional lithium batteries, which use liquid or gel electrolytes, Yoshino’s solid-state batteries employ a solid electrolyte.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Solid-state.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solid-state. Accessed 14 Jan. 2025.
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