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dipolar

|di/po/lar|

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/daɪˈpoʊlər/

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/daɪˈpəʊlə/

Two poles

Etymology
Etymology Information

'dipolar' originates from the Greek word 'di-' meaning 'two' and 'polos' meaning 'axis' or 'pole'.

Historical Evolution

The term 'dipolar' was derived from the combination of 'di-' and 'polar', which was used in scientific contexts to describe entities with two poles.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to any entity with two poles, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having two poles, such as a magnet or an electric charge.

Water molecules are dipolar, which allows them to form hydrogen bonds.

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Last updated: 2025/01/17 05:51