solid-state

solid–state

adj

Definition of SOLID-STATE

1

: relating to the properties, structure, or reactivity of solid material; especially : relating to the arrangement or behavior of ions, molecules, nucleons, electrons, and holes in the crystals of a substance (as a semiconductor) or to the effect of crystal imperfections on the properties of a solid substance <solid–state physics>

2

a : utilizing the electric, magnetic, or optical properties of solid materials <solid–state circuitry> b : using semiconductor devices rather than electron tubes <a solid–state radio>

First Known Use of SOLID-STATE

circa 1951