Pauli effect

proper noun

Synonym of Pauli exclusion principle.

Meanings

proper nounthe Pauli effect
  1. natural sciencesSynonym of Pauli exclusion principle.

    Synonyms: Pauli exclusion principle

  2. humorousThe supposed tendency of technical equipment to fail in the presence of certain people.

Synonyms & antonyms

proper nounSynonym of Pauli exclusion principle.

Origin

For Wolfgang Pauli, Austrian physicist.

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Translations

Polish efekt Pauliego
  • efekt Pauliegotendency
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APA

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Chicago

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