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(particle physics) A particle with totally symmetric composite quantum states, which exempts them from the Pauli exclusion principle, and that hence obeys Bose-Einstein statistics. They have integer spin. Among them are many elementary particles, and some (gauge bosons) are known to carry the fundamental forces..
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- (particle physics) A particle with totally symmetric composite quantum states, which exempts them from the Pauli exclusion principle, and that hence obeys Bose-Einstein statistics. They have integer spin. Among them are many elementary particles, and some (gauge bosons) are known to carry the fundamental forces.
- (obsolete) A boatswain.
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Anth. Where is the Maſter, Boſon ?
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When Should You Use Boson?
Use boson when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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What does boson mean?
Boson means (particle physics) A particle with totally symmetric composite quantum states, which exempts them from the Pauli exclusion principle, and that hence obeys Bose-Einstein statistics. They have integer spin. Among them are many elementary particles, and some (gauge bosons) are known to carry the fundamental forces..
What is a synonym for boson?
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What is the opposite of boson?
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How do you use boson in a sentence?
Anth. Where is the Maſter, Boſon ?
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