Dipole
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈdʌɪpəʊl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dipole is a noun meaning (physics) Any object (such as a magnet, polar molecule or antenna) that is oppositely charged at two points (or poles).
Meaning
(physics) Any object (such as a magnet, polar molecule or antenna) that is oppositely charged at two points (or poles).
More Meanings
- (chemistry) Any molecule or radical that has delocalised positive and negative charges.
- (radio) A dipole antenna.
Word Forms
- dipoles
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include duo, pair, couple, twosome, doublet, duplet.
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