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natural science
noun
a science or knowledge of objects or processes observable in nature, as biology or physics, as distinguished from the abstract or theoretical sciences, as mathematics or philosophy.
Origin:
1350–1400; Middle English
1350–1400; Middle English
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World English Dictionary
| natural science | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the sciences collectively that are involved in the study of the physical world and its phenomena, including biology, physics, chemistry, and geology, but excluding social sciences, abstract or theoretical sciences, such as mathematics, and applied sciences |
| 2. | any one of these sciences |
| natural scientist | |
| —n | |
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Natural science
is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
American Heritage
Science Dictionary
| natural science
A science, such as biology, chemistry, or physics, that deals with the objects, phenomena, or laws of nature and the physical world. |
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Example sentences
Nor did natural science, philosophy, and history cease to develop fruitfully.
In addition, engineering and natural science managers use communication skills extensively.
Every known fact in natural science was divined by the presentiment of somebody, before it was actually verified.
Intelligence is not a science, certainly not a natural science.
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