quantumcomponent
nounUK /ˈkwɒntəm kəmˈpəʊnənt/
US /ˈkwɑːntəm kəmˈpoʊnənt/
A tiny part that works together with other tiny parts inside a quantum computer.
The scientist checked each quantumcomponent before running the experiment.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A basic building block of a quantum system or theory.
In their model, the photon acts as a quantumcomponent of light.
3. A modular piece of hardware designed for quantum devices.
The lab ordered a new quantumcomponent to improve the chip's cooling.
4. A small part of a larger quantum process or algorithm.
Each quantumcomponent of the algorithm must be tested separately.