atomically
/əˈtɑmɪkli/
adverb
- In a way that relates to atoms or the smallest units of matter.
- Atomically, gold and silver are very similar in structure.
- The computer model simulates how particles behave atomically.
- The material was studied atomically to understand its properties.
- In a way that cannot be divided or interrupted; as a single, complete unit.
- The transaction is processed atomically, meaning it either completes fully or not at all.
- In programming, this operation runs atomically, so no other process can interfere.
- The database update must happen atomically to prevent errors.
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