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Dipole

Meaning

Noun

In Physics:
Any
(such as a
,
or
) that is
at
(or poles).
In Chemistry:
Any
or
that has
positive and
charges.
In Radio:
A
antenna.
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Origin

dipole
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di-
English
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δία
Ancient Greek (to 1453)
δίς
Ancient Greek (to 1453)
pole
English
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pole
Middle English (1100-1500)
pole
Middle French (ca. 1400-1600)
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polus
Latin
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πόλος
Ancient Greek (to 1453)
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