roton
noun
ro·ton
\ˈrōˌtän\
Definition of roton
-s
: one of the hypothetical energy quanta that are concerned along with phonons in the behavior of liquid helium II — compare second sound
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Origin and Etymology of roton
Latin rotare to rotate + English -on
First Known Use: 1941
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