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stokes

Stokes (noun) means a unit of kinematic viscosity used in physics, measuring how thick or resistant a fluid is to flow. Example: “The oil's viscosity was measured at 5 stokes.”

noun

A unit of kinematic viscosity used in physics, measuring how thick or resistant a fluid is to flow.

"The oil's viscosity was measured at 5 stokes."

How to use stokes

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA scientific unit measuring fluid thickness/resistance to flow, mostly used in physics and engineering.

When to use it

Technical/scientific term, rarely used outside physics and engineering contexts.

Word forms

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Etymology

Named after the physicist George Gabriel Stokes.

Rhymes for stokes

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Frequently asked questions

What does “stokes” mean?

The word “stokes” means a unit of kinematic viscosity used in physics, measuring how thick or resistant a fluid is to flow. In plain terms, a scientific unit measuring fluid thickness/resistance to flow, mostly used in physics and engineering.

How do you use “stokes” in a sentence?

Here is “stokes” used in a sentence: “The oil's viscosity was measured at 5 stokes.”

What part of speech is “stokes”?

“Stokes” is a noun.

Is “stokes” a common word?

“Stokes” is an uncommon word in modern English.