steric
[ ster-ik, steer- ]
/ ˈstɛr ɪk, ˈstɪər- /
adjective Chemistry.
of or relating to the spatial relationships of atoms in a molecule.
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British Dictionary definitions for steric
steric
sterical
/ (ˈstɛrɪk, ˈstɪər-) /
adjective
chem of, concerned with, or caused by the spatial arrangement of atoms in a molecule
Derived forms of steric
sterically, adverbWord Origin for steric
C19: from stereo- + -ic
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Medical definitions for steric
steric
[ stĕr′ĭk ]
n.
Of or relating to the spatial arrangement of atoms in a molecule; stereochemical.
Other words from steric
ster′i•cal•ly adv.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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