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1(physics) the part of an atom that contains most of its mass and that carries a positive electric charge see neutron, proton
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- 2(biology) the central part of some cells, containing the genetic material
- 3the central part of something, around which other parts are located or collected These paintings will form the nucleus of a new collection.
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