science — the systematic study of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the systematic study of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsaɪəns/
Example Sentences
- My chemistry teacher said it's not rocket science, but I still don't understand it!
- Science proves that chocolate makes people happy.
- She won the science fair with her project on plant growth.
science
NOUN[/ˈsaɪəns/]
the systematic study of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment
A scientist conducts careful science experiments in her laboratory
Science turns defiance into alliance!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin scientia, meaning 'knowledge'. It originated from the Latin verb scire, meaning 'to know', with the noun-forming suffix -tia added to create the abstract concept of knowledge and learning.
Breakdown
scire (to know) + -tia (noun-forming suffix indicating a state or quality) = scientia (knowledge).
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📝Examples
“My chemistry teacher said it's not rocket science, but I still don't understand it!”
“Science proves that chocolate makes people happy.”
“She won the science fair with her project on plant growth.”
“Modern science has helped us understand climate change better.”
“According to science, cats spend 70% of their lives sleeping - living the dream!”
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