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geon

noun — 3 senses

geon

noun

Etymology Coined by J. A. Wheeler from gravitational electromagnetic entity.

1

Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics A hypothetical electromagnetic or gravitational wave held together in a confined region by the gravitational attraction of its own field energy.

Derived terms
microgeon

geon

noun

Etymology From geometric + -on.

1

Human sciences, Psychology, Sciences Any of a group of basic geometric forms capable of being recognised as a component of a real object.

Derived terms
geonic

geon

noun

Etymology Blend of geological + eon.

1

A large unit of time, used to measure gradual geological change.

Entry derived from the Wiktionary, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0 — list of authors.