What does strangeness mean?
Strangeness means (uncountable) The state or quality of being strange, odd or weird..
Strangeness
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(uncountable) The state or quality of being strange, odd or weird..
Definitions by Sense
- (uncountable) The state or quality of being strange, odd or weird.
- (countable) The product or result of being strange.
- (particle physics) One of the quantum numbers of subatomic particles, depending upon the relative number of strange quarks and anti-strange quarks.
Example Sentences
Mesons which combine the charmed quark with the up or down antiquarks are denoted the D mesons. These mesons carry explicit charm (i.e. have a non-zero charm quantum number), just as the K mesons carry strangeness.
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Antonyms for strangeness
Related Words
Word Forms
- strangenesses
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for strangeness?
Common synonyms include abnormalcy, abnormalism, abnormality, abnormity.
What is the opposite of strangeness?
Possible antonyms include normality, familiarity, nativeness.
How do you use strangeness in a sentence?
Mesons which combine the charmed quark with the up or down antiquarks are denoted the D mesons. These mesons carry explicit charm (i.e. have a non-zero charm quantum number), just as the K mesons carry strangeness.
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