plasma

Definition

A state of matter consisting of partially ionized gas and electrons.

Etymology

From Late Latin plasma (“mold”), from Ancient Greek πλάσμα (plásma, “something formed”).

Example Sentences

• "plasma arc cutter"
• "plasma cutter"
• "Oxygen and hydrogen nuclei are intermixed with free electrons. The whole mix is electrically neutral. This is actually considered a new stage of matter called a plasma. You can see an example of an electrically produced plasma in a fluorescent light bulb or in a plasma television."