English words for 'Relating to physics and philosophy.'
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noun
adj
- pertaining to the branch of philosophy dealing with the elements and laws and especially the characteristics of the universe such as space and time and causality
- pertaining to the branch of astronomy dealing with the origin and history and structure and dynamics of the universe
- Alternative form of cosmological.
adj
- pertaining to the branch of philosophy dealing with the elements and laws and especially the characteristics of the universe such as space and time and causality
- pertaining to the branch of astronomy dealing with the origin and history and structure and dynamics of the universe
- Of or pertaining to cosmology, or to the overall structure of the universe.
noun
- (logic, uncountable, by extension from the philosophical sense) The metalogic of physics; the logical framework of physics.
- plural of metaphysic
- (philosophy, uncountable) The branch of philosophy which studies fundamental principles intended to describe or explain all that is, and which are not themselves explained by anything more fundamental; the study of first principles; the study of being insofar as it is being (Latin: ens in quantum ens).
- (uncountable, by extension from the philosophical sense) Any fundamental principles or rules.
- (philosophy, countable) The view or theory of a particular philosopher or school of thinkers concerning the first principles which describe or explain all that is.
- (uncountable, derogatory) Displeasingly abstruse, complex material on any subject.
- (uncountable) The study of a supersensual realm or of phenomena which transcend the physical world.
- the philosophical study of being and knowing
name
- (philosophy) An historical example of a paradigm shift in the philosophy of science.
- (figurative, by extension) A radical intellectual upheaval or rupture.
- (historical) The transition in astronomy between geocentrism and heliocentrism that originated in Europe in the 16th century and a longer conflict about cosmology involving scientists and religious authorities that extended into the 19th century.
adj
- (mathematics, physics) Exhibiting duality.
- (grammar) Pertaining to a grammatical number in certain languages that refers to two of something, such as a pair of shoes.
- Pertaining to two, pertaining to a pair of.
- (category theory) Being the dual of some other category; containing the same objects but with source and target reversed for all morphisms.
- (linear algebra) Being the space of all linear functionals of (some other space).
- Characterized by having two (usually equivalent) components.
- having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities
- consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs
- a grammatical number category referring to two items or units as opposed to one item (singular) or more than two items (plural)
noun
- (geometry) Of a regular polyhedron with V vertices and F faces, the regular polyhedron having F vertices and V faces.
- (wrestling) A head-to-head match or meet between two teams, such as two high schools or colleges.
- (grammar) The dual number.
- (mathematics) Of a vector in an inner product space, the linear functional corresponding to taking the inner product with that vector. The set of all duals is a vector space called the dual space.
- Of an item that is one of a pair, the other item in the pair.
verb
noun
- (philosophy of science) The idea that physical phenomena may have (mutually contradictory) properties that cannot be observed simultaneously (e.g. wave-particle duality).
- (linguistics, philosophy, semantics) A semantic relationship between two words wherein negative use of one entails the affirmative of the other with no gradability; the relation of binary antonyms.
- The state or characteristic of being complementary.
- the interrelation of reciprocity whereby one thing supplements or depends on the other
- a relation between two opposite states or principles that together exhaust the possibilities
adj
- relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics
- In accordance with the laws of nature; now specifically, pertaining to physics.
- impelled by physical force especially against resistance
- characterized by energetic bodily activity
- concerned with material things
- involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
- according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter)
- having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses
- Sexual, carnal.
- Denoting a map showing natural features of the landscape (compare political).
- Having to do with the body as opposed to the mind; corporeal, bodily.
- Involving bodily force or contact; vigorous, aggressive.
- Pertaining to the world as understood through the senses rather than the mind, having to do with the material world.
noun
noun
- (philosophy) a doctrine explaining phenomena by their ends or purposes
- (by extension) An instance of such a design or purpose, usually in natural phenomena.
- The use of a purpose or design rather than the laws of nature to explain an occurrence.
- (philosophy) The study of the purpose or design of natural occurrences.
prefix
- Having analogies with metaphysics.
- (anatomy and zoology) Behind.
- (chemistry) Having fewer molecules of water than the ortho- equivalent.
- (organic chemistry) in isomeric benzene derivatives, having the two substituents in alternate (1,3) positions; contrasted with ortho- and para-.
- (geology) Modified by metamorphosis; analogies and derivatives of metamorphism.
- (pathology) Consequent on.
- Pertaining to a level above or beyond; reflexive or recursive; about itself or about other things of the same type. For example, metadata is data that describes data, metalanguage is language that describes language, etc.
- (biochemistry) Relating to metabolism.
- (botany and zoology) Later or subsequent.
- Transcending, encompassing.
noun
- (philosophy, metaphysics) Any of several philosophical theories that attempt to explain the universe by an immanent force.
- Great energy, drive, force, or power; vigour of body, mind or personality; oomph or pizzazz
- Dynamic reality; active energy; continuous change, progress, or activity.
- active strength of body or mind
- the activeness of an energetic personality
- any of the various theories or doctrines or philosophical systems that attempt to explain the phenomena of the universe in terms of some immanent force or energy
name
- (philosophy) In Ancient Greek philosophy, the rational principle that governs the cosmos.
- (Christianity) The Word of God, which itself has creative power; a hypostasis associated with divine wisdom.
- (Christianity) The Word of God as incarnate in Jesus Christ, or as identified with the second person of the Trinity; Jesus; God the Son; Word of God.
noun
- (philosophy) Something to be analyzed.
- (philosophy) A misconception created by explaining without defining, or concluding without explaining
- (philosophy) A certain way of speaking about a phenomenon, a way that creates logical and intuitive problems
- (philosophy) A theory that lacks any fundamental explanation required for said theory to be sound
noun
- (philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes
- a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function
- the technical aspects of doing something
- device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
- the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
- (philosophy) The theory that all natural phenomena can be explained by physical causes.
- Any process of, or system designed to manage useful energy conversion.
- A mental, physical, or chemical process.
- A group of entities, such as objects, that interact together.
- (within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.
- Any combination of cams, gears, links, belts, chains and logical mechanical elements.
noun
- (philosophy, metaphysics) A universe in which all of the actions of matter and energy operate as reactions according to predetermined rules set down by a creator, like the movements of a clock.
- the view that the universe resembles a clock built by God and ticking along according to Newtonian mechanics
noun
- (physics) any of a set of physical quantities that play a fundamental role in basic theories
- (physics) A physical quantity that is not a function of other constants, such as Π (pi), C (light speed), etc. The smallest common denominators of physics, and the parameters or dimensions for the 'position' of our universe in the multiverse.
noun
noun
- (physics) a theory that explains a physical phenomenon in terms of a field and the manner in which it interacts with matter or with other fields
- The branch of mathematics dealing with the algebraic structure of fields.
- (psychology) A theory which examines patterns of interaction between individuals and their environment.
- (sociology) A theory concerning the relationship between social actors and local social orders.
noun
- (philosophy of mathematics) The ontological view of mathematics as a mere collection of string manipulation rules.
- (computing) One of several alternative computational paradigms for a given theory.
- (literature) An approach to interpretation and/or evaluation focused on the (usually linguistic) structure of a literary work rather than on the contexts of its origin or reception.
- (music) The tendency to elevate formal above expressive value in music, as in serialism.
- (mathematics, physics) A particular mathematical or scientific theory or description of a given state or effect.
- Strict adherence to a given form of conduct, practice etc.
- (linguistics, computing, mathematics) A formal expression of a grammar; a formal grammar; a set of rules of syntax that, without reference to semantics, determine whether a sequence of symbols is a well-formed sentence in a given formal language.
- the practice of scrupulous adherence to prescribed or external forms
- (philosophy) the philosophical theory that formal (logical or mathematical) statements have no meaning but that its symbols (regarded as physical entities) exhibit a form that has useful applications
- the doctrine that formal structure rather than content is what should be represented
noun
noun
- (logic, uncountable, by extension from the philosophical sense) The metalogic of physics; the logical framework of physics.
- plural of metaphysic
- (philosophy, uncountable) The branch of philosophy which studies fundamental principles intended to describe or explain all that is, and which are not themselves explained by anything more fundamental; the study of first principles; the study of being insofar as it is being (Latin: ens in quantum ens).
- (uncountable, by extension from the philosophical sense) Any fundamental principles or rules.
- (philosophy, countable) The view or theory of a particular philosopher or school of thinkers concerning the first principles which describe or explain all that is.
- (uncountable, derogatory) Displeasingly abstruse, complex material on any subject.
- (uncountable) The study of a supersensual realm or of phenomena which transcend the physical world.
- the philosophical study of being and knowing
noun
- (philosophy of science) The idea that physical phenomena may have (mutually contradictory) properties that cannot be observed simultaneously (e.g. wave-particle duality).
- (linguistics, philosophy, semantics) A semantic relationship between two words wherein negative use of one entails the affirmative of the other with no gradability; the relation of binary antonyms.
- The state or characteristic of being complementary.
- the interrelation of reciprocity whereby one thing supplements or depends on the other
- a relation between two opposite states or principles that together exhaust the possibilities
noun
- (philosophy) a doctrine explaining phenomena by their ends or purposes
- (by extension) An instance of such a design or purpose, usually in natural phenomena.
- The use of a purpose or design rather than the laws of nature to explain an occurrence.
- (philosophy) The study of the purpose or design of natural occurrences.
noun
- (philosophy, metaphysics) Any of several philosophical theories that attempt to explain the universe by an immanent force.
- Great energy, drive, force, or power; vigour of body, mind or personality; oomph or pizzazz
- Dynamic reality; active energy; continuous change, progress, or activity.
- active strength of body or mind
- the activeness of an energetic personality
- any of the various theories or doctrines or philosophical systems that attempt to explain the phenomena of the universe in terms of some immanent force or energy
noun
- (philosophy) Something to be analyzed.
- (philosophy) A misconception created by explaining without defining, or concluding without explaining
- (philosophy) A certain way of speaking about a phenomenon, a way that creates logical and intuitive problems
- (philosophy) A theory that lacks any fundamental explanation required for said theory to be sound
noun
- (philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes
- a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function
- the technical aspects of doing something
- device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
- the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
- (philosophy) The theory that all natural phenomena can be explained by physical causes.
- Any process of, or system designed to manage useful energy conversion.
- A mental, physical, or chemical process.
- A group of entities, such as objects, that interact together.
- (within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.
- Any combination of cams, gears, links, belts, chains and logical mechanical elements.
noun
- (philosophy, metaphysics) A universe in which all of the actions of matter and energy operate as reactions according to predetermined rules set down by a creator, like the movements of a clock.
- the view that the universe resembles a clock built by God and ticking along according to Newtonian mechanics
noun
- (physics) any of a set of physical quantities that play a fundamental role in basic theories
- (physics) A physical quantity that is not a function of other constants, such as Π (pi), C (light speed), etc. The smallest common denominators of physics, and the parameters or dimensions for the 'position' of our universe in the multiverse.
noun
noun
- (physics) a theory that explains a physical phenomenon in terms of a field and the manner in which it interacts with matter or with other fields
- The branch of mathematics dealing with the algebraic structure of fields.
- (psychology) A theory which examines patterns of interaction between individuals and their environment.
- (sociology) A theory concerning the relationship between social actors and local social orders.
noun
- (philosophy of mathematics) The ontological view of mathematics as a mere collection of string manipulation rules.
- (computing) One of several alternative computational paradigms for a given theory.
- (literature) An approach to interpretation and/or evaluation focused on the (usually linguistic) structure of a literary work rather than on the contexts of its origin or reception.
- (music) The tendency to elevate formal above expressive value in music, as in serialism.
- (mathematics, physics) A particular mathematical or scientific theory or description of a given state or effect.
- Strict adherence to a given form of conduct, practice etc.
- (linguistics, computing, mathematics) A formal expression of a grammar; a formal grammar; a set of rules of syntax that, without reference to semantics, determine whether a sequence of symbols is a well-formed sentence in a given formal language.
- the practice of scrupulous adherence to prescribed or external forms
- (philosophy) the philosophical theory that formal (logical or mathematical) statements have no meaning but that its symbols (regarded as physical entities) exhibit a form that has useful applications
- the doctrine that formal structure rather than content is what should be represented
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adj
- pertaining to the branch of philosophy dealing with the elements and laws and especially the characteristics of the universe such as space and time and causality
- pertaining to the branch of astronomy dealing with the origin and history and structure and dynamics of the universe
- Alternative form of cosmological.
adj
- pertaining to the branch of philosophy dealing with the elements and laws and especially the characteristics of the universe such as space and time and causality
- pertaining to the branch of astronomy dealing with the origin and history and structure and dynamics of the universe
- Of or pertaining to cosmology, or to the overall structure of the universe.
adj
- (mathematics, physics) Exhibiting duality.
- (grammar) Pertaining to a grammatical number in certain languages that refers to two of something, such as a pair of shoes.
- Pertaining to two, pertaining to a pair of.
- (category theory) Being the dual of some other category; containing the same objects but with source and target reversed for all morphisms.
- (linear algebra) Being the space of all linear functionals of (some other space).
- Characterized by having two (usually equivalent) components.
- having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities
- consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs
- a grammatical number category referring to two items or units as opposed to one item (singular) or more than two items (plural)
noun
- (geometry) Of a regular polyhedron with V vertices and F faces, the regular polyhedron having F vertices and V faces.
- (wrestling) A head-to-head match or meet between two teams, such as two high schools or colleges.
- (grammar) The dual number.
- (mathematics) Of a vector in an inner product space, the linear functional corresponding to taking the inner product with that vector. The set of all duals is a vector space called the dual space.
- Of an item that is one of a pair, the other item in the pair.
verb
adj
- relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics
- In accordance with the laws of nature; now specifically, pertaining to physics.
- impelled by physical force especially against resistance
- characterized by energetic bodily activity
- concerned with material things
- involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
- according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter)
- having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses
- Sexual, carnal.
- Denoting a map showing natural features of the landscape (compare political).
- Having to do with the body as opposed to the mind; corporeal, bodily.
- Involving bodily force or contact; vigorous, aggressive.
- Pertaining to the world as understood through the senses rather than the mind, having to do with the material world.