Definition of astatic in English:
astatic
adjective əˈstatɪkeɪˈstædɪk
Physics (of a system or instrument) consisting of or employing a combination of magnets suspended in a uniform magnetic field on a single wire or thread in such a way that no torque is present.
Example sentencesExamples
- Sensitivity is enhanced by use of multiple-spring astatic systems, which are more vulnerable than single springs to breakage or simple tangling.
Origin
Early 19th century: from Greek astatos 'unstable' + -ic.
Definition of astatic in US English:
astatic
adjectiveeɪˈstædɪkāˈstadik
Physics (of a system or instrument) consisting of or employing a combination of magnets suspended in a uniform magnetic field on a single wire or thread in such a way that no torque is present (e.g., to minimize the effect of the earth's magnetic field).
Example sentencesExamples
- Sensitivity is enhanced by use of multiple-spring astatic systems, which are more vulnerable than single springs to breakage or simple tangling.
Origin
Early 19th century: from Greek astatos ‘unstable’ + -ic.