science dictionary

[sahy-uhns dik-shuh-ner-ee]

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science dictionaries

a specialized dictionary covering terms in the life, earth, and physical sciences, such as the online Science Dictionary on Dictionary.com. A science dictionary includes many technical terms with precise, specialized meanings—terms not normally found in general dictionaries—making it an invaluable resource for students and professionals in scientific fields.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of science dictionary¹

First recorded in 1880–85

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Her school district decided to order 16 copies of a science encyclopedia and a science dictionary but then completed the deal on Amazon.

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When I read a sentence such as "Surface molecules on chimpanzee erythrocytes, in contrast, have loads of Neu5Gc and a sprinkling of Neu5Ac," I tend to look for my science dictionary rather than marvel over the facts in question.

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