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viscosity

UK
/vɪsˈkɒs.ɪ.ti/
US
/vɪsˈkɑː.sə.ti/

Translations

viscositynoun
viscosities
pl
The viscosity of honey makes it flow slowly compared to water.
La viscosité du miel le fait s’écouler lentement par rapport à l’eau.
Synonyms
thickness
stickiness
density
consistency
gloopiness
viscosityadjective
more viscosity
Comp.
most viscosity
Super.
UK
/vɪsˈkɒs.ɪ.ti/
US
/vɪsˈkɑː.sə.ti/
Used attributively before another noun, e.g. "viscosity index".
Additional translations
viscosimétriqueEmploi technique, surtout pour les mesures ou les grades de viscosité.

Definitions

viscositynoun
The state of being thick, sticky, and semifluid in consistency, due to internal friction.
The viscosity of honey makes it flow slowly compared to water.
A measure of a fluid's resistance to flow.
Engine oil is selected based on its viscosity to ensure proper lubrication.
viscosityadjective
Relating to or denoting viscosity, especially as a measurement or grade.
The oil's viscosity grade is printed on the container.
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