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Word

quan

/ˈkwɔn/

Definition

n. a very large number, often used in math or science to describe something that is infinite or extremely big. It is a short way of saying 'quantum' or 'quanta'.

n. a large or infinite quantity, often used in mathematical or physical contexts to describe a vast amount of something. Derived from the Latin 'quantus', it is a rare term used primarily in technical or poetic registers.

Examples

“The scientist used the term quan to describe the vast amount of energy.”

“In the poem, the poet uses the word quan to express the boundless nature of the universe.”

“The philosopher argued that the human mind is capable of holding a quan of knowledge that far exceeds the physical limits of the brain's storage capacity.”

Examples

simple

“The scientist used the term quan to describe the vast amount of energy.”

contextual

“In the poem, the poet uses the word quan to express the boundless nature of the universe.”

complex

“The philosopher argued that the human mind is capable of holding a quan of knowledge that far exceeds the physical limits of the brain's storage capacity.”

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