capillary attraction

noun

: the force of adhesion between a solid and a liquid in capillarity

Examples of capillary attraction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Water can work its way under the door threshold via capillary attraction, wind or even negative slope on the exterior landing, causing water to run toward the room! Tim Carter, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1813, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of capillary attraction was in 1813

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“Capillary attraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capillary%20attraction. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

capillary attraction

noun
: the force of adhesion between a solid and a liquid in capillarity
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