mu

/muː/ or /mjuː/ or /mu/ or /mjʌ/ (depending on the context and pronunciation)

Definitions

1. noun

a unit of measurement for magnetic strength, especially in relation to magnets or magnetic fields

“The engineer measured the mu of the electromagnet and calculated its efficiency.”

2. noun

the sound of the letter M in a musical or poetic context, often used to describe a low, resonant sound

“The singer’s voice created a low mu that filled the entire auditorium.”

3. noun

in Chinese culture, a philosophical concept that represents the void or emptiness, often used in Buddhist or Taoist contexts

“The Zen master meditated on the mu, seeking balance and inner peace.”

4. interjection

an expression of indifference or uncertainty, often used in a rhetorical or philosophical context

“The philosopher asked his student ‘mu?’ and encouraged him to think critically about the answer.”

5. adjective

relating to or denoting a unit of measurement for magnetic strength

“The mu-sensitive equipment was used to measure the magnetic properties of the materials.”

Synonyms

  • emptiness
  • indifference
  • magnetic flux
  • magnetic induction
  • void

Antonyms

  • affirmation
  • certainty
  • clear
  • definitive
  • positive