steric
adjective
ste·ric ˈster-ik 
ˈstir-
: relating to or involving the arrangement of atoms in space : spatial
sterically
ˈster-i-k(ə-)lē
adverb ˈstir-
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web These mutations use a combination of steric hindrance, electrostatic contact remodeling, abrogating electrostatic interactions, and so on. 
William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2022 Evidence suggests that accumulation of ice on the Antarctic continent has been offsetting the steric effect for at least several centuries. Fred Singer, WSJ, 15 May 2018
William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2022 Evidence suggests that accumulation of ice on the Antarctic continent has been offsetting the steric effect for at least several centuries. Fred Singer, WSJ, 15 May 2018 Word History
Etymology
International Scientific Vocabulary stere- + -ic entry 1
First Known Use
1898, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
steric
adjective
ste·ric ˈster-ik ˈstir-
ˈstir- : relating to or involving the arrangement of atoms in space