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solid state
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As a noun, solid state means the state in which a substance has no tendency to flow under moderate stress. As an adjective, it means characteristic of or relating to the physical properties of solid materials especially electromagnetic or thermodynamic or structural properties of crystalline solids.
Meanings of solid state
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adjective
Characteristic of or relating to the physical properties of solid materials especially electromagnetic or thermodynamic or structural properties of crystalline solids
Consisting of semiconductor materials and components and related devices
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