Definition of Nucleus
Nucleus
nu·cle·us


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
Central part of an atom, cell, or structure.

e.g. The nucleus of the cell contains most of the genetic material.

(noun)
the core or essential part of something;

e.g. The diner was the nucleus of the small town, where every event was held, and when it was sold, the town fell apart.

(noun)
the positively charged core of an atom;

e.g. The nucleus of an atom has an overall positive charge.



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