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soliton

[sol-i-ton]

Mathematics, Physics.

a solution of a certain type of partial differential equation that represents a solitary wave.

(loosely) a solitary wave.

Origin:
1960–65; solit(ary) + -on¹

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one of the positive or negative numbers 1, 2, 3, or zero

to change the denomination or form, but not the value, of a fraction or polynomial

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soliton (ˈsɒlɪˌtɒn)

—n
	physics an isolated particle-like wave that is a solution of certain equations for propagation, occurring when two solitary waves do not change their form after collision and subsequently travelling for considerable distances

[C20: from solit(ary) + -on]

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