eutectic

eu·tec·tic

adj \yü-ˈtek-tik\

Definition of EUTECTIC

1

of an alloy or solution : having the lowest melting point possible

2

: of or relating to a eutectic alloy or solution or its melting or freezing point

— eutectic noun

— eu·tec·toid \-ˌtȯid\ adjective or noun

Origin of EUTECTIC

Greek eutēktos easily melted, from eu- + tēktos melted, from tēkein to melt — more at thaw

First Known Use: 1884