Tachyon
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈtæk.i.ɒn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tachyon is a noun meaning (particle physics) A hypothetical particle that travels faster than the speed of light.
Meaning
(particle physics) A hypothetical particle that travels faster than the speed of light.
More Meanings
- (physics) A flaw in a physical theory that predicts the existence of tachyons or similar paradoxical results. Compare with ghost.
Word Forms
- tachyons
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tardyon, luxon, chronon, dyon, jump, torelon.
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