grand unified theory

n. Abbr. GUT

1. A theory of elementary forces that attempts to describe the weak, strong, and electromagnetic interactions as low-energy manifestations of a single unified interaction. Also called grand unification theory.

2. See theory of everything.

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grand unified theory

(General Physics) physics any of a number of theories of elementary particles and fundamental interactions designed to explain the gravitational, electromagnetic, strong, and weak interactions in terms of a single mathematical formalism. Abbreviation: GUT

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grand unified theory

(grănd)

See unified field theory.

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