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1. indeterminacy_principle
noun. (quantum theory) the theory that it is impossible to measure both energy and time (or position and momentum) completely accurately at the same time.
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2. indeterminacy
3. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct.
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- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
4. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a rule or standard especially of good behavior.
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- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
5. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a basic truth or law or assumption.
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Etymology
- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
6. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system.
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- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
7. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature).
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Etymology
- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)