thermosensitive

American

[thur-moh-sen-si-tiv] / ˌθɜr moʊˈsɛn sɪ tɪv /

adjective

Chemistry.

readily affected by heat or a change in temperature.

Etymology

Origin of thermosensitive

thermo- + sensitive

Example Sentences

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The team previously showed that their thermosensitive technology could restore passive thermosensation in 17/27 amputees.

From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2024

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