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Meaning of word solitary wave from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.
solitary wave noun
Meaning : (physics) a quantum of energy or quasiparticle that can be propagated as a traveling wave in nonlinear systems and is neither preceded nor followed by another such disturbance. Does not obey the superposition principle and does not dissipate.
Example :
Soliton waves can travel long distances with little loss of energy or structure.
Synonyms : soliton, soliton wave
