Hahn

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Definition

Proper noun 1. A surname of German origin: "Hahn" is a German family name. 2. Otto Hahn (1879–1968): A German chemist and Nobel laureate. He is renowned for his pivotal role in the discovery of nuclear fission.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun (Surname):
    • The keynote speaker is Professor Hahn.
  • Proper noun (Otto Hahn):
    • Hahn was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1944.
    • The experiment conducted by Hahn and Meitner changed the course of history.
Advanced Usage
  • "Hahn's discovery": This phrase specifically refers to the discovery of nuclear fission.
    • Hahn's discovery had profound implications for both energy production and weaponry.
Variants and Related Words
  • Hahnium (n): The proposed name for the chemical element with atomic number 105, later officially named dubnium. It was suggested in honor of Otto Hahn.
Synonyms
  • Otto Hahn: The full name is used synonymously with the surname in historical and scientific contexts referring to the chemist.
Noun
  1. German chemist who was co-discoverer with Lise Meitner of nuclear fission (1879-1968)