Meaning of atomistic theory in English

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1. Noun

   atomistic theory

   Definitions

   1. (chemistry) any theory in which all matter is composed of tiny discrete finite indivisible indestructible particles

   Examples

   • « the ancient Greek philosophers Democritus and Epicurus held atomic theories of the universe »

   Antonyms

   • holism
   • holistic theory