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(1):

(n.) The smallest part of any substance which possesses the characteristic properties and qualities of that substance, and which can exist alone in a free state.

(2):

(n.) One of the very small invisible particles of which all matter is supposed to consist.

(3):

(n.) A group of atoms so united and combined by chemical affinity that they form a complete, integrated whole, being the smallest portion of any particular compound that can exist in a free state; as, a molecule of water consists of two atoms of hydrogen and one of oxygen. Cf. Atom.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Molecule'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​m/molecule.html. 1828.
 
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