The Open Dictionary

LEP

noun

UK/ˌel.iːˈpiː/
US/ˌel.iːˈpiː/

Definitions of LEP noun

  1. Singularphysics

    An abbreviation for Large Electron Positron Collider.

    • Data from the LEP collider suggests that the mass of the Higgs boson must be greater than 114 GeV.

    • Experiments at LEP have contributed significantly to our understanding of elementary particles.

    • Scientists used LEP to conduct research in high-energy physics.

adjective

UK/ˌel.iːˈpiː/
US/ˌel.iːˈpiː/

Definitions of LEP adjective

  1. education

    An abbreviation for Limited English Proficient, used to describe individuals, particularly students, who have a limited command of the English language.

    • They will continue to provide educational programs for LEP students within their local community schools.

    • There are a number of LEP families living in the area.

    • The school offers additional support for students who are LEP.