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monopole Definition

mono·pole (män′ə pōl′)

noun

a hypothetical elementary particle of great mass, that has only one pole of magnetic charge

Etymology: mono- + pole

monopole Usage Examples

Converse of object

include: This new formulation in addition to a mixed version including both monopoles and dipoles were implemented in a computer code.

Adjective modifier

  • magnetic: For example, could our Universe exist on the inside of a single magnetic monopole produced by cosmic inflation?
  • high: Installation of 15 meter high slimline monopole, 3 antennas, 1 microwave dish and associated equipment cabin and fencing.
  • 15m: Background The notification concerns a proposal for installation of 15m high monopole and equipment cabin to accommodate 3no dipole antenna and 1no 0.6m dish.

Modifies a noun

  • source: Sound power output of point monopole sources in enclosures: Maling has calculated the sound power output of a source in a rectangular room.
  • resonance: It is well known that the giant monopole resonance is a privileged tool to measure the nuclear compressibility.
  • system: The monopole system uses sea electrodes to direct current through the waters and sea bed of Bass Strait.

Noun used with modifier

  • meter: E ) Jim Stewart has seen a request from BT, to install a 15 meter monopole with a dish onto their premise.
  • point: Sound power output of point monopole sources in enclosures: Maling has calculated the sound power output of a source in a rectangular room.