Orthokinetic

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Describing any property related to the kinetic energy imparted by collisions with other bodies
  2. 2
    Relating to orthokinesis.

    "the orthokinetic behaviour of the woodlouse"

Example

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"the orthokinetic behaviour of the woodlouse"

Etymology

From ortho- + kinetic.

Related phrases

kinetic energy

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