/ˈdʒoʊzɪfən/ (JOH-zih-fuhn)

Definitions

1. noun

A Josephson junction, a device consisting of two superconductors separated by a thin insulating barrier, that exhibits quantum phenomena.

“The researchers studied the behavior of Josephsons in superconducting circuits.”

2. noun

A person bearing the surname Josephson, particularly a physicist named Brian Josephson, or his eponymous effect.

“The scientist’s work on the Josephson effect led to a breakthrough in superconductivity.”