Associations to the word «Quasiparticle»

Wiktionary

QUASIPARTICLE, noun. (particle) Any entity that has some characteristics of a distinct particle, but comprises a grouping of multiple particles

Dictionary definition

QUASIPARTICLE, noun. A quantum of energy (in a crystal lattice or other system) that has position and momentum and can in some respects be regarded as a particle.

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley