materials science

noun

: the scientific study of the properties and applications of materials of construction or manufacture (such as ceramics, metals, polymers, and composites)

materials scientist noun

Examples of materials science in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Ferrari partnership has catalyzed this philosophy, bringing to bear the materials science, simulation technologies and manufacturing precision that have made Maranello the benchmark of motorsport engineering. — Richard Mille Contributor, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

To maintain eligibility, these systems must successfully execute complex calculations tied to specific physical sciences, focusing heavily on plasma physics, high-energy physics, materials science, and molecular chemistry. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2026

And the Air Force research lab continues to drive the materials science and engineering required to make stealth possible. — Randy Tucker, USA Today, 15 June 2026

Lila says its platform is designed to work with companies in life, chemistry, and materials science spaces, with potential applications for drug discovery, energy and defense systems, and semiconductor and advanced material designs. — Brad Quick, CNBC, 19 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for materials science

• geoscience
• neuroscience
• noncompliance
• pseudoscience
• appliance
• compliance
• defiance
• reliance