"Einstein barrier" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Named after Albert Einstein. Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} Einstein barrier
  1. The speed of light viewed as an uncrossable barrier to acceleration from subluminal and superluminal speeds in special relativity. Categories (topical): Physical constants, Relativity Synonyms: light barrier
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