Definitions for "SOIC"
Small-Outline Integrated Circuit. A carrier which occupies an area about 30 - 50% less than an equivalent DIP, with a typical thickness that is 70% less. This package has "gull wing" leads protruding from the two long sides and a lead spacing of 0.050 inches.
Small-outline integrated circuits
Small Outline Integrated Circuit. A plastic IC package for surface mounting applications that has leads on two opposites sides.