science
The careful study of nature and the world using tests and watching to find out how things work.
The organized study of the structure and behavior of the physical and natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis.
One area of study in science, such as biology or chemistry.
A particular field of systematic study that is based on observation, experimentation, and analysis.
Knowledge about a subject that is organized and learned by study.
A systematically arranged body of knowledge on a particular topic, often acquired through study and practice, not necessarily involving the natural sciences.
- Base: science
- Plural: science, sciences
in the interests of science
1for the sake of scientific progress
To do something to help increase scientific knowledge.
- They conducted the risky experiment in the interests of science.
- Some animals are studied in the interests of science.
political science
1study of politics and government
The study of how governments work and how political decisions are made.
- She majored in political science at college.
- Political science examines voting patterns and public policy.
rocket science
1science of rockets and spaceflight
Science and engineering that study how rockets and spacecraft work and fly.
- He has a PhD in rocket science.
- Rocket science requires a deep understanding of physics and engineering.
- The book explains rocket science for general readers.
rocket science
2something very difficult to do or understand
Used to say something is not very hard, often in the negative form ‘It’s not rocket science’.
- Fixing this computer isn’t rocket science.
- Learning to cook is not rocket science.
science fiction
1fiction about future technology and science
Stories about imaginary future events, often with space travel or new technology.
- He loves reading science fiction novels.
- I love science fiction movies about space exploration.
- Many science fiction films imagine life on other planets.
- Science fiction often imagines advanced technology and alien life.