ionic
adjective (1)Definition of ionic
(Entry 1 of 3)
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: 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
Ionic
adjective (2)Definition of Ionic (Entry 2 of 3)
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: 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
Ionic
nounDefinition of Ionic (Entry 3 of 3)
: a dialect of ancient Greek spoken especially in Ionia and the Cyclades
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The first known use of ionic was in 1585
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