heliostatic

he·li·o·stat

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [hee-lee-uh-stat]
- /ˈhi li əˌstæt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [hee-lee-uh-stat]
- /ˈhi li əˌstæt/

Definition of heliostatic word

noun heliostatic an instrument consisting of a mirror moved by clockwork, for reflecting the sun's rays in a fixed direction. 1

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Origin of heliostatic

First appearance:

before 1740

One of the 48% newest English words

From the New Latin word heliostata, dating back to 1740-50. See helio-, -stat

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heliostatic popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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