viscoid

[ vis-koid ]

adjective

1. somewhat viscous.

viscoid

/ vɪsˈkɔɪdəl; ˈvɪskɔɪd /

adjective

1. (of a fluid) somewhat viscous

Word History and Origins

Origin of viscoid¹

First recorded in 1875–80; visc(ous) + -oid

Example Sentences

Viscoid.—Solid aggregates are formed by incorporating viscose with mineral matters, hydrocarbons, &c.

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