antistatic

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Definitions of antistatic word

adjective antistatic (of a substance, textile, etc) retaining sufficient moisture to provide a conducting path, thus avoiding the effects of static electricity 3
adjective antistatic reducing static electric charges, as on textiles, waxes, polishes, etc., by retaining enough moisture to provide electrical conduction 3
adjective antistatic pertaining to a material or procedure that disperses, or inhibits the accumulation of, static charges on textiles, phonograph records, paper products, etc. 1
noun antistatic Preventing the buildup of static electricity or reducing its effects. 1
noun antistatic An agent or substance that prevents the buildup of static electricity. 0
adjective antistatic Preventing the buildup of static electricity. 0

before 1935

One of the 8% newest English words

First recorded in 1935-40; anti- + static

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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