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Moderatenucleus
The correct spelling is nucleus.
How to pronounce nucleus
/ˈnjuː.kli.əs/
nounIPA: /ˈnjuː.kli.əs/
Say it like: Nuc-leu-s
The correct spelling is nucleus. The core, central part of something, around which other elements are assembled. For example: "This collection will form the nucleus of a new library."
Usage Examples
“This collection will form the nucleus of a new library.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The core, central part of something, around which other elements are assembled.
- 2.An initial part or version that will receive additions.
- 3.The massive, positively charged central part of an atom, made up of protons and neutrons.
- 4.A large membrane-enclosed organelle found in eukaryotic cells which contains genetic material.
- 5.A ganglion, cluster of many neuronal bodies where synapsing occurs.
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