atomi — meaning in English

English meaning

• atom noun The smallest unit of a chemical element that retains its properties, made up of a nucleus and surrounding electrons.
• atomic adjective Relating to atoms.

Senses

atomi is used for these senses in English:

• atom (now generally regarded, _, figuratively) The smallest, indivisible constituent part or unit of something. [from 17th c.]
• atomic (physics, chemistry) Of or relating to atoms; composed of atoms; monatomic.

atom — full definition

1. noun The smallest unit of a chemical element that retains its properties, made up of a nucleus and surrounding electrons.
2. noun A tiny or minimal amount of something.

atomic — full definition

1. adjective Relating to atoms.
2. adjective Relating to nuclear energy or nuclear weapons.
3. adjective So small or basic that it cannot be broken down any further.

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