antistatic

CEFRC1

/ˈæˌntiˈstætɪk/

adjective

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Preventing the buildup of unwanted electrical charge.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    An agent or substance that prevents the buildup of static electricity.

Examples

  • The antistatic spray was used to prevent damage.

  • The antistatic wrist strap was worn during electronics work.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Preventing the buildup of static electricity.

More examples

In context

  • Use an antistatic wrist strap when handling sensitive computer components.

Quick test

Two questions on this entry. Nothing is scored.

Question 1 · Quick check

When assembling electronics, always use an blank wrist strap to prevent damaging the components.

Practise this properly in the app, where the word comes back before you forget it.

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Origin

adjective

From anti- + static.