QUANTUM | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Quantum

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

mid 16th century (in the general sense ‘quantity’): from Latin, neuter of quantus (see quantity). Sense 1 dates from the early 20th century

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈkwɒntəm
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a discrete quantity of energy proportional in magnitude to the frequency of the radiation it represents.

Short Definition:

discrete quantity of energy proportional in magnitude to frequency of radiation

Definition:

a required or allowed amount, especially an amount of money legally payable in damages

Short Definition:

required amount

Examples:
  • the court must determine the quantum of compensation due

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