plasma

English

/ˈplæzmə/

noun
Definitions
  • (physics) A state of matter consisting of partially ionized gas and electrons
  • (hematology) A clear component of blood or lymph containing fibrin
  • (hematology) blood Blood plasma, free of suspended cells, used in transfusions
  • (mineralogy) A variety of green quartz, used in ancient times for making engraved ornaments.
  • (medicine) A mixture of starch and glycerin, used as a substitute for ointments.
  • (computer graphics) A visual effect in which cycles of changing colours are warped in various ways to give the illusion of liquid organic movement.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek πλάσμα (something formed, formation).

Origin

Ancient Greek

πλάσμα

Gloss

something formed, formation

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