Word: smectic
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: smec
tic
Definition: Describing a class of liquid crystals whose molecules are aligned in layers, with the molecules lying perpendicular to the plane of the layers.
Morphemes:
Affix: smectic
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Describing a class of liquid crystals whose molecules are aligned in layers, with the molecules lying perpendicular to the plane of the layers.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: σμήχειν
Language: grc
Decoded: smekhein
Meaning: to wipe, to cleanse
Affix: -ικός
Language: grc
Decoded: -ikos
Meaning: -ic