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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   That which is not a crystal or made from crystal. countable, uncountable

   "Ion conduction in noncrystals poses a much greater challenge to theorists..."

Adjective

1. 1
   Not of or pertaining to crystal or crystals. not-comparable

Example

More examples

"Ion conduction in noncrystals poses a much greater challenge to theorists..."

Etymology

From non- + crystal.

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