Phonon
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈfoʊ.nɑn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phonon is a noun meaning (physics) The quantum of acoustic or vibrational energy (sound), considered a discrete particle rather than a wave.
Meaning
(physics) The quantum of acoustic or vibrational energy (sound), considered a discrete particle rather than a wave.
More Meanings
- (linguistics) A unit of phonemics.
Word Forms
- phonons
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exciton, phononics, hyperphonon, photon, phonino, piezophonon.
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