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How to pronounce atom
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What does atom mean?
nounThe smallest possible amount of matter which still retains its identity as a chemical element, now known to consist of a nucleus surrounded by electrons.
A hypothetical particle posited by Greek philosophers as an ultimate and indivisible component of matter.
The smallest, indivisible constituent part or unit of something.
“But at this critical moment the pirate astern sent a mischievous shot and knocked one of the men to atoms at the helm.”
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