hadron

/ˈhædrɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A subatomic particle composed of quarks, such as a proton or a neutron.

“Particle physicists study the behavior of hadrons to better understand the fundamental forces of nature.”

2. noun

A general term for any composite particle made of quarks or gluons.

“Hadrons are the building blocks of matter in the universe, and they play a crucial role in particle physics research.”

Synonyms

  • composite particle
  • particle

Antonyms

  • fundamental particle
  • lepton