kaon

/keɪɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of short-lived, negatively charged subatomic particle, similar to a pion, but with a larger mass.

“The kaon was a crucial discovery in understanding particle physics.”

2. noun

A type of Japanese pastry or cake, often filled with sweet bean paste or fruit.

“The kaon was a traditional Japanese dessert served at the tea ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • meson
  • pion

Antonyms

  • positron