solid state

A term describing electronic components or devices that rely on semiconductor materials (such as silicon) rather than moving parts or vacuum tubes, often used in reference to storage drives, relays, or circuits.

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1. Physics and Chemistry B2 formal

   Relating to the state of matter characterized by rigidity and a fixed shape, as opposed to liquid or gas.

   • Water in its solid state is ice.
   • Solid state physics studies the properties of rigid materials.
   • The transition from liquid to solid state occurs at the freezing point.

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2. Electronics B2 formal

   Relating to electronic components that use semiconductors (e.g., transistors) instead of moving parts or vacuum tubes.

   • Solid state drives (SSDs) are faster and more durable than traditional hard drives.
   • Modern computers use solid state memory for storage.
   • The amplifier uses solid state technology for better sound quality.

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