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soliton
[ sol-i-ton ]
/ ˈsɒl ɪˌtɒn /
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Mathematics, Physics.
a solution of a certain type of partial differential equation that represents a solitary wave.
(loosely) a solitary wave.
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Origin of soliton
First recorded in 1960–65; solit(ary) + -on1
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British Dictionary definitions for soliton
soliton
/ (ˈsɒlɪˌtɒn) /
noun
physics an isolated particle-like wave that is a solution of certain equations for propagation, occurring when two solitary waves do not change their form after collision and subsequently travelling for considerable distances
Word Origin for soliton
C20: from solit (ary) + -on
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