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atom — meaning in English

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English meaning

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

Senses

atom is used for these senses in English:

  • atom (chemistry, physics) The smallest possible amount of matter which still retains its identity as a chemical element, now known to consist of a nucleus surrounded by electrons. [from 16th c.]

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.