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superplastic


su·per·plas·tic

adj \-ˈplas-tik\

Definition of SUPERPLASTIC

1
: capable of plastic deformation under low stress at an elevated temperature —used of metals and alloys
2
: of or relating to superplastic materials <superplastic molding>
su·per·plas·tic·i·ty \-pla-ˈsti-sə-tē\ noun

First Known Use of SUPERPLASTIC

1947

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