wave mechanics

noun

plural in form but singular or plural in construction

1

: the mathematical description of atomic and subatomic particles in terms of their wave characteristics

2

: quantum mechanics

Examples of wave mechanics in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So like for instance, going back to the very beginning, Schrödinger’s approach with wave mechanics. — Quanta Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for wave mechanics

• biomechanics
• hispanics
• organics
• volcanics
• panics

Medical Definition

wave mechanics

noun

: quantum mechanics