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excimer

/ɛksˈsaɪmər/ noun · British & US
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What does excimer mean?

noun

A high-energy molecule that is formed by the combination of a monomer and a dimer, typically used in excimer lasers. In chemistry, an excimer is a dimeric molecule that is formed by the combination of two monomers in an excited state.

Example

"The researchers used an excimer laser to cut through the material with precision."

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