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Synonyms & Similar Words
core
center
hub
kernel
heart
midpoint
focal point
axis
pivot
centerpiece
middle
interior
innermost part
central part
main part
essential part
fundamental part
basic part
elementary part
cardinal part
key part
crucial part
vital part
inner core
central core
nuclear core
Meaning of Nucleus
The central or most important part of something
Definitions
- The central part of a cell, containing the genetic material
- * The central part of an atom, containing the protons and neutrons
- * A central or most important part of something, such as a cluster of cells or a concept
Etymology of Nucleus
From Latin nucleus, meaning 'kernel' or 'nut', derived from nuc-, an alternative form of nu-, from nux, meaning 'nut'
Historically, the term 'nucleus' was first used in biology to describe the central part of a cell, and later in physics to describe the central part of an atom
Example Uses
- The nucleus of the cell contains the genetic material that determines the cell's function
- * The nucleus of an atom is made up of protons and neutrons
- * The city is the nucleus of the country's economic activity