subatomic


sub·atom·ic

adj \-ə-ˈtä-mik\

Definition of SUBATOMIC

1
: of or relating to the inside of the atom
2
: of, relating to, or being particles smaller than atoms

First Known Use of SUBATOMIC

1903

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