Heatronic

/hɛtˈrɒnɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the combination of heat and electronics or electronic devices; pertaining to heat-sensitive electronic technology.

Etymology

Blend of 'heat' and 'electronic,' following the pattern of 'bionic,' 'electronic,' and other modern technical terms. Modern blends combine morphemes to describe new technologies rapidly.

Kelly Says

'Heatronic' is a relatively rare blend word, but it shows how English adapts to new technology—we blend 'heat' and 'electronic' to discuss temperature-sensitive circuits. This same impulse gave us 'digital' (from 'digit'), 'software,' and countless other tech terms.

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