viscosity
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TOEFLB2
Definitions
n.
The property of a fluid that resists flow; the degree of thickness or stickiness of a liquid.
黏性,黏度;黏稠度
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derived+
ousfull of, having the quality of
+
itystate, quality, condition
=viscosity
Common Collocations
- 1.high viscosity高黏度
- 2.low viscosity低黏度
- 3.increase viscosity增加黏性
Example Sentences
- 1.
The viscosity of honey changes dramatically when heated or cooled.
- 2.
Engineers measure the viscosity of motor oil to determine its performance grade.
- 3.
Water has much lower viscosity compared to molasses or thick syrup.