physical science


noun
  1. any of the natural sciences dealing with inanimate matter or with energy, as physics, chemistry, and astronomy.

  2. these sciences collectively.

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Origin of physical science

1
First recorded in 1835–45

Other words from physical science

  • physical scientist, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for physical science

physical science

noun
  1. any of the sciences concerned with nonliving matter, energy, and the physical properties of the universe, such as physics, chemistry, astronomy, and geology: Compare life science

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Scientific definitions for physical science

physical science

  1. 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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