pressure-sensitive

adjective

Of a material or a device, that responds to applied pressure by adhering, sealing or activating without the need for an external factor like heat, water or a solvent.

Meanings

adjectivepressure-sensitive (not comparable)
  1. not comparableOf a material or a device, that responds to applied pressure by adhering, sealing or activating without the need for an external factor like heat, water or a solvent.
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