particle physics

noun

1. the branch of physics that deals with the properties and behavior of elementary particles.

particle physics

noun

1. Also called: high-energy physics. the study of fundamental particles and their properties

particle physics

1. The branch of physics that deals with subatomic particles.

2. See also quantum field theory quantum mechanics

particle physics

1. The branch of science devoted to the study of the basic constituents of matter, particularly the constituents of the atomic nucleus.

Word History and Origins

Origin of particle physics¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Related Words

• quantum mechanics