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ATP

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)
• Definition: A molecule that stores and releases energy for cellular processes.
• Example Sentence: The mitochondria produce ATP, which is used as an energy source in various biological reactions.
2. ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals)
• Definition: The main governing body of men's professional tennis.
• Example Sentence: Roger Federer is currently ranked no. 5 in the ATP rankings.
3. ATP (Automatic Train Protection)
• Definition: A system designed to ensure the safe operation of trains by automatically controlling their speeds and movements.
• Example Sentence: The newly implemented ATP system has greatly enhanced the safety of train journeys.

Usage:

Popular usage: ATP is commonly used in the field of biology to refer to Adenosine Triphosphate, the energy currency of cells, and in the world of tennis as the Association of Tennis Professionals.

Local usage: In the context of transportation, ATP is often used to denote Automatic Train Protection systems implemented in local railway networks.

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