quantum
noun
1 quantum
A discrete amount of something that is analogous to the quantities in quantum theory.
Roget 25:
quantity,
magnitude;
size
etc.
(dimensions)
192;
amplitude,
magnitude,
mass,
amount,
sum,
quantum,
measure,
substance,
strength,
force.
[Science of quantity.]
mathematics,
mathesis†.
[Logic.]
category,
general conception,
universal predicament.
[Definite or finite quantity.]
armful,
handful,
mouthful,
spoonful,
capful;
stock,
batch,
lot,
dose;
yaffle†.
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Roget 786:
apportionment,
allotment,
consignment,
assignment,
appointment;
appropriation;
dispensation,
distribution;
division,
deal;
repartition,
partition;
administration.
dividend,
portion,
contingent,
share,
allotment,
fair share,
allocation,
lot,
measure,
dose;
dole,
meed,
pittance;
quantum,
ration;
ratio,
proportion,
quota,
modicum,
mess,
allowance;
suerte†.
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2 quantum
physics The smallest discrete quantity of some physical property that a system can possess (according to quantum theory).
Polish: kwant
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