millipoise en · NOUN
Etymology
From milli- + poise.
Meanings
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A cgs unit of dynamic viscosity, one thousandth of a poise. Symbol: mP
The range of viscosity of ordinary commercial glues is approximately 30 to 165 millipoises.
1947, United States, GPO-PIA Joint Research Bulletin: bindery series, Government Printing Office, page 20:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| millipoises | Number=Plur | lexicographic |