quantums

noun

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1 meaning of quantums

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noun
Plural of quantum. In science, quanta is the usual plural.
The computer gives each program short time quantums, one after another.
Shorter quantums let the computer switch between apps more often.

quantums is a form of quantum

quantum, noun: The smallest amount of something, like energy or light, that cannot be split into smaller parts. Full entry

Forms: quantumquantums pluralquanta plural
Spelling: quantum → quantums: add -s
Sound: The ending sounds like /z/.

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