CAPILLARITY Synonyms
There are 2 synonyms of the word
capillarity.
(exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word capillarity. (close relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word capillarity. (close relations)
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Definition of CAPILLARITY
Definition of CAPILLARITY
Best Alternative Words for CAPILLARITY
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| capillary action | nounn | |||||||
noun • a phenomenon associated with surface tension and resulting in the elevation or depression of liquids in capillaries | ||||||||
| wicking | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
verb • To convey or draw off (liquid) by capillary action. • (of a liquid) To traverse (i.e. be conveyed by capillary action) through a wick or other porous material, as water through a sponge. Usually followed by through. • To strike (a stone) obliquely; to strike (a stationary stone) just enough that the played stone changes direction. noun • The material of which wicks are made, especially a loosely braided or twisted cord or tape of cotton. • Capillarity, capillary motion, capillary effect | ||||||||
Best Hypernyms For CAPILLARITY
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
capillarity, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Phrases (1)
surface tension
