nematic
adjective
ne·mat·ic ni-ˈma-tik 
: of, relating to, or being the phase of a liquid crystal characterized by arrangement of the long axes of the molecules in parallel lines but not layers compare cholesteric, smectic
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Twisted nematic displays are known for their high refresh rates and low prices. 
Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 25 June 2022
Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 25 June 2022 Word History
Etymology
International Scientific Vocabulary nemat- + -ic entry 1
First Known Use
1923, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
nematic
adjective
ne·mat·ic ni-ˈmat-ik
: of, relating to, or being the phase of a liquid crystal characterized by arrangement of the long axes of the molecules in parallel lines but not layers
nematic polypeptide liquid crystals
compare smectic