atom-free
|a-tom-free|
C1
/ˈætəm-friː/
without atoms
Etymology
Etymology Information
'atom-free' originates from the combination of 'atom' and 'free,' where 'atom' refers to the smallest unit of matter and 'free' means 'without.'
Historical Evolution
'Atom-free' is a modern English term formed by combining 'atom' and 'free' to describe a state devoid of atoms.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without atoms,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing a state or condition where atoms are absent or not involved.
The experiment was conducted in an atom-free environment.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42