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hydrostatic

[ hahy-druh-stat-ik ]

adjective

  1. of or relating to hydrostatics.


hydrostatic

/ ˌɪəʊˈæɪ /

adjective

  1. of or concerned with fluids that are not in motion

    hydrostatic pressure

  2. of or concerned with hydrostatics
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Derived Forms

  • ˌˈٲپ, adverb
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • d·ٲi·· adverb
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of hydrostatic1

First recorded in 1665–75; hydro- 1 + static
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“The concept of putting it down at the bottom of the sea floor, deep enough where that hydrostatic pressure can drive the reverse-osmosis process — there’s certainly merit to that,” Donovan said.

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If the Titan were stuck on the ocean floor, a rescue effort would face even greater challenges due to extreme hydrostatic pressure and total darkness on the sea floor more than 2 miles deep.

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“The real advancements are in these vehicles and instruments that can withstand the hydrostatic pressure—it’s the destructiveness of the pressure in the ocean that is a major impediment.”

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Those really flushed well because the water had more hydrostatic head.

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Because of a combination of reduced muscle blood flow and increased hydrostatic pressure, sitting in a cold tub may help muscle soreness, fatigue and reduce signs of inflammation.

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