grand unification theory

grand unification theory

noun Physics.
a possible future quantum field theory that would encompass both the electroweak theory and quantum chromodynamics. Abbreviation: GUT
Also called grand unified theory.


Origin:
1980–85
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Grand unification theory is always a great word to know.
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