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1. (n.) atomism
the theory that minute, discrete, and indivisible elements are the ultimate constituents of all matter.
Etymology: (1670–80)
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1. (noun) atomism
(psychology) a theory that reduces all mental phenomena to simple elements (sensations and feelings) that form complex ideas by association
2. (noun) atomism, atomic theory, atomist theory, atomistic theory
(chemistry) any theory in which all matter is composed of tiny discrete finite indivisible indestructible particles
"the ancient Greek philosophers Democritus and Epicurus held atomic theories of the universe"
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1. (noun) atomism
the doctrine of atoms. See Atomic philosophy, under Atomic
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