science

/ˈsaɪəns/
noun
  1. The study of the natural world through observation and experiment.
    • The science fair at school had projects on volcanoes, robots, and plants.
    • Advances in science have led to better medicines and longer lives.
    • She decided to study science in college because she loves learning how things work.
  2. A particular branch of scientific knowledge, such as biology, chemistry, or physics.
    • Biology is the science of living things, from tiny bacteria to giant whales.
    • He chose computer science as his major because he enjoys programming.
    • Environmental science helps us understand how to protect our planet.
  3. A system of knowledge based on facts and principles, often used in a non-scientific field.
    • There is a science to throwing a perfect curveball in baseball.
    • The science of marketing involves understanding what makes people want to buy things.
    • Good cooking is both an art and a science, requiring precise measurements.
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