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soliton

[ sol-i-ton ]

Mathematics, Physics.
  1. a solution of a certain type of partial differential equation that represents a solitary wave.
  2. (loosely) a solitary wave.

soliton

/ ˈsɒlɪˌtɒn /

noun

  1. 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
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Word History and Origins

Origin of soliton1

First recorded in 1960–65; solit(ary) + -on 1
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Word History and Origins

Origin of soliton1

C20: from solit ( ary ) + -on

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