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Noun: strong force
  1. (physics) the interaction that binds protons and neutrons together in the nuclei of atoms; mediated by gluons
    - strong interaction, color force [US], colour force [Brit, Cdn]

Derived forms: strong forces

Type of: fundamental interaction, interaction

Encyclopedia: Strong force