Synonyms: particle
Definition: a function word that can be used in English to form phrasal verbs
Similar words: function word, closed-class word
Definition: a word that is uninflected and serves a grammatical function but has little identifiable meaning
Synonyms: particle, subatomic particle
Definition: a body having finite mass and internal structure but negligible dimensions
Similar words: body
Definition: an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects
Usage: heavenly body
Synonyms: atom, speck, particle, molecule, mote, corpuscle
Definition: (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything
Similar words: material, stuff
Definition: the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object
Usage: coal is a hard black material; wheat is the stuff they use to make bread