newtonian

• Relatif à Sir Isaac Newton ou à ses théories, en particulier en physique et en mathématiques, ou qui en est caractéristique.

Relating to or characteristic of Sir Isaac Newton or his theories, especially in physics and mathematics.

1. Relating to Isaac NewtonC1formalscientific

   Of or relating to Sir Isaac Newton, his laws of motion, or his theories of physics.

   newtonien (relatif à Isaac Newton)

   • Newtonian physics accurately describes the motion of everyday objects.
   • The Newtonian model of gravity was later refined by Einstein.
   • His research is based on Newtonian principles of mechanics.

• Nom désignant une personne qui suit ou soutient les théories et principes scientifiques d'Isaac Newton, notamment en physique et en mathématiques.

A noun referring to a follower or adherent of the scientific theories and principles of Isaac Newton, particularly in physics and mathematics.

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1. Follower of Isaac NewtonC1formalscientific

   A person who adheres to or advocates the scientific theories and principles established by Sir Isaac Newton, particularly in physics and mathematics.

   Newtonien (partisan de Newton)

   • The Newtonians debated the nature of light with the followers of Huygens.
   • As a dedicated Newtonian, she believed in absolute space and time.
   • The 18th-century Newtonians were instrumental in advancing classical mechanics.