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bowditch

/ˈbaʊ.dɪtʃ/

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noun

C1formalcommon/ˈbaʊ.dɪtʃ/

uncountable · proper noun

A proper noun referring to a surname, notably associated with Nathaniel Bowditch, an American mathematician and astronomer recognized for his contributions to navigation.

  • 🇷🇺Имя собственное, обозначающее фамилию, в частности связанную с Натаниэлем Боудичем, американским математиком и астрономом, известным своим вкладом в навигацию.
  1. American mathematician and astronomer C2 formal american

    Nathaniel Bowditch (1773–1838), a renowned American mathematician and astronomer, best known for his foundational work in navigation and his publication 'The New American Practical Navigator'.

    • Bowditch's work revolutionized maritime navigation in the 19th century.
    • The book 'The New American Practical Navigator' is still known as 'Bowditch' today.
    • Many sailors relied on Bowditch's calculations for safe ocean travel.

    🇷🇺Американский математик и астроном