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Definition of: quantum
(kwon′təm) noun plural ·ta (-tə)
1. An object that has quantity or is concrete.
2. A certain amount; also, a prescribed or a sufficient quantity.
3. Physics A fundamental unit of energy or action as provided for in the quantum theory. [<L, neuter of quantus how much]
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