static

static [stat′ik]

adj.

[ModL staticus < Gr statikos, causing to stand < histanai, to cause to STAND]

1. of bodies, masses, or forces at rest or in equilibrium: opposed to DYNAMIC

2. not moving or progressing; at rest; inactive; stationary

3. Comput. designating or of memory that retains stored data as long as power is supplied

4. Elec. designating, of, or producing stationary electrical charges, as those resulting from friction

5. Radio of or having to do with static: Also statical

n.

☆ 1.

a) electrical discharges in the atmosphere that interfere with radio or television reception, etc.

b) interference or noises produced by such discharges

2. Slang adversely critical remarks

statically

adv.

☆ staticky

adj.