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atom
Noun
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An atom is the smallest bit that matter can be broken down into.
Atoms of hydrogen make up a water molecule.
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A particle which is made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
symbol
Noun
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A symbol is a letter or simple picture with a particular meaning.
Most language now use the same set of symbols to represent numbers.
These symbols represent the phone's various functions.
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A symbol is a person or object that represents a group or idea.
These dead trees have become a symbol of pollution.
After a long, cold winter flowers are a symbol of hope for the new season.