critical state
noun
,
Physics.
1.
the state of a pure element or compound when it is at a critical point.
Origin
1895-1900
Examples from the web for
critical state
Progression to a more
critical state
of illness is likely for patients who continue to smoke.
Despite severe cutbacks, mission
critical state
civil service positions still are being advertised and filled.
Specifies that population projections should be a floor for requisite development except for areas of
critical state
concern.
On order, provide support of
critical state
and civil support missions.
British Dictionary definitions for
critical state
critical state
noun
1.
the state of a substance in which two of its phases have the same temperature, pressure, and volume
Also called
critical point
critical state
in Science
critical state
The state of matter of a substance at its critical point.