anisotropy
noun
- property of being directionally dependent, which implies different properties in different directions, as opposed to isotropy
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˌæn.aɪˈsɒ.tɹə.pi/ / /ænˈaɪ.səˌtɹoʊ̯.pi/
noun
Etymology: Etymology tree English an- English isotropy English anisotropy From an- + isotropy.
- The property of being directionally dependent.
“Velvet exhibits anisotropy when rotated about its geometric normal.”
- The degree to which this property is exhibited.