Definition

A term used in particle physics to describe a property of antiquarks that is opposite to the color red in quarks.

Example

In particle physics, an antiquark can be antired, which means it has a color charge that is the opposite of red.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term antired?

No, I haven't. What does it mean?

It's one of the colors associated with antiquarks in physics.

That's interesting! I didn't know there were different colors in particle physics.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from the prefix 'anti-' (from Greek 'anti', meaning against) and 'red' (from Old English 'read', meaning to make red or to redden). The word 'antired' means against or opposing the color red.

Memory Tip

Think of 'against' ('anti-') the color 'red' — that's what antired means.

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