How do you pronounce nucleus?

nucleus is pronounced as /ˈnjuː.kli.əs/.

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nucleus

⚛️nucleus

noun

/ˈnjuː.kli.əs/

nucleate nude

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Meaning

The central and most important part of something, forming the basis for its activity and growth; in biology, the central part of a cell.

The central core of an atom containing protons and neutrons.

Example Sentences

The nucleus of the atom contains protons and neutrons.

The nucleus consists of protons.

Example Expressions

the nucleus of the idea

Synonyms

core, center, hub, heart, kernel

Entry 1

core, center, hub, heart, kernel

Entry 2

core, center

Antonyms

periphery, exterior, outside

Entry 1

periphery, exterior, outside

Entry 2

periphery, outside

Collocations

atomic nucleus, cell nucleus, nucleus of an idea, nucleus of a group

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