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anti-matter

noun

Meaning

A hypothetical form of matter in which each particle has a mass opposite to that of a corresponding particle of ordinary matter and opposite electric charge.

Examples

Scientists are trying to create and contain anti-matter in laboratories.
The annihilation of matter and anti-matter releases a huge amount of energy.

Synonyms: antimatter, antimaterial

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anti-matter (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæn.tiˈmæt̬.ɚ/

Definition

A hypothetical form of matter in which each particle has a mass opposite to that of a corresponding particle of ordinary matter and opposite electric charge.

Examples

Scientists are trying to create and contain anti-matter in laboratories.
The annihilation of matter and anti-matter releases a huge amount of energy.

Synonyms of anti-matter

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Antonyms of anti-matter

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