ಅರ್ಥ : (physics) a quantum of energy or quasiparticle that can be propagated as a traveling wave in nonlinear systems and is neither preceded nor followed by another such disturbance. Does not obey the superposition principle and does not dissipate.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
Soliton waves can travel long distances with little loss of energy or structure.
ಸಮಾನಾರ್ಥಕ : solitary wave, soliton wave