solitary wave


Definition: Meaning of, solitary wave in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈsɒlɪt(ə)ri weɪv /

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solitary wave solitary waves
  1. physics a quantum of energy or quasiparticle that can be propagated as a travelling wave in nonlinear systems and is neither preceded nor followed by another such disturbance; does not obey the superposition principle and does not dissipate
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