Definition of ionic
1 : of, relating to, existing as, or characterized by ions ionic gases the ionic charge
2 : based on or functioning by means of ions ionic conduction
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First Known Use: 1890
Definition of Ionic
1 : of or relating to the ancient Greek architectural order distinguished especially by fluted columns on bases and scroll volutes in its capitals — see order illustration
Origin and Etymology of ionic
Latin & Middle French; Middle French ionique, from Latin ionicus, from Greek iōnikos, from Iōnia Ionia
First Known Use: 1585
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Definition of Ionic
: a dialect of ancient Greek spoken especially in Ionia and the Cyclades
1668
First Known Use of ionic
1668
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