epitaxially

/ˌɛpɪˈtæksiəli/
adverb
  1. In a manner that involves or relates to epitaxial growth; by means of epitaxy.
    • The crystal was grown epitaxially on a silicon base.
    • Epitaxially grown films are used in advanced optical devices.
    • The researchers deposited the material epitaxially to ensure perfect alignment.
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