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hydrostatic
[ hahy-druh-stat-ik ]
hydrostatic
/ ˌɪəʊˈæɪ /
adjective
- of or concerned with fluids that are not in motion
hydrostatic pressure
- of or concerned with hydrostatics
Derived Forms
- ˌˈٲپ, adverb
Other 51Թ Forms
- d·ٲi·· adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of hydrostatic1
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Example Sentences
“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.
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.
“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.”
Those really flushed well because the water had more hydrostatic head.
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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