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solid solution

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Any homogenous crystalline solid, consisting of more than one type of molecule or atom randomly dispersed, in which the structure is independent of its composition.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: natural-sciences, physical-sciences, physics

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noun

Meaning 2

a homogeneous solid that can exist over a range of component chemicals; a constituent of alloys that is formed when atoms of an element are incorporated into the crystals of a metal

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: primary solid solution

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: solution

Narrower terms: austenite, ferrite, martensite, double salt

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