zeroth law of thermodynamics

[ zeer-ohth ]

noun
  1. the principle that any two systems in thermal equilibrium with a third system are in thermal equilibrium with each other.: Compare law of thermodynamics (def. 2).

Origin of zeroth law of thermodynamics

1
First recorded in 1955–60; zero + -th2

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