nucleus
Translation
nucleus, core
Examples
The nucleus is the center of an atom.
The nucleus is the centre of an atom.
Every cell in your body has a nucleus.
Every cell in your body has a nucleus.
They formed the nucleus of a new team.
They formed the nucleus of a new team.
Grammar Patterns
the nucleus of ((sth.)) the central and most important part of an object or group They formed the nucleus of a new team.
Similar Words
Synonyms: core, centre, kernel, heart
Etymology
From Latin 'nucleus', a diminutive of 'nux' meaning 'nut', hence 'a small nut' or 'kernel'.
Memory Tips
Picture a nut. The 'nucleus' is the kernel inside, the most important, central part.