Definition
diathermic
adjective
- allowing heat to pass through; permeable to heat
Usage: technical; physics
Examples
- The diathermic properties of the glass allowed infrared radiation to pass through.
- Scientists selected a diathermic material for the experiment to ensure heat transfer.
- Unlike adiabatic containers, diathermic walls permit thermal energy exchange.
- The diathermic nature of the substance made it ideal for heat-conduction studies.