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Vocabulary Entry
particle
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A minute portion of matter.
Example Sentences
"The air was filled with tiny particles of dust."
"Electrons are subatomic particles that have a negative charge."
"Scientists study particles to understand the fundamental components of the universe."
V
verb
To break down or reduce something into particles.
Example Sentences
"The chef likes to particle the vegetables for better texture."
"The company aims to particle the waste for recycling purposes."
"During the experiment, the substance was particle into finer components."
A
adjective
Relating to or consisting of particles.
Example Sentences
"The particle theory explains the behavior of gases."
"Particle physics explores the fundamental particles of the universe."
"Particle waves exhibit unique properties under certain conditions."