physical science
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noun
any of the natural sciences dealing with inanimate matter or with energy, as physics, chemistry, and astronomy.
these sciences collectively.
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Origin of physical science
First recorded in 1835–45
OTHER WORDS FROM physical science
physical scientist, nounWords nearby physical science
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British Dictionary definitions for physical science
physical science
noun
any of the sciences concerned with nonliving matter, energy, and the physical properties of the universe, such as physics, chemistry, astronomy, and geologyCompare life science
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Scientific definitions for physical science
physical science
Any of several branches of science, such as physics, chemistry, and astronomy, that study the nature and properties of energy and nonliving matter. Compare life science.
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