phasiron

/ˈfeɪziˌrɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A hypothetical particle in physics, analogous to the photon, but with a negative mass.

“The researcher spent years studying the properties of the phasiron in an effort to understand its behavior.”

2. adjective

Relating to or denoting a hypothetical particle with negative mass.

“The phasiron-like properties of the new particle were a major breakthrough in the field.”

Synonyms

  • hypothetical particle
  • negative mass particle

Antonyms

  • photon
  • positive mass particle