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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Clipped compound of hyperonic charge: a quantum characteristic of a group of subatomic particles governed by the strong force that is related to strangeness and is represented by a number equal to twice the average value of the electric charge of the group. countable, uncountable

Verb

1. 1
   To charge very powerfully (often in sci-fi)

Etymology

Blend of hyperonic + charge.

Related phrases

electric chargestrong forcesubatomic particle

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