anthropic principle
anthropic principle
nounDefinition of ANTHROPIC PRINCIPLE
: either of two principles in cosmology: a : conditions that are observed in the universe must allow the observer to exist —called also weak anthropic principle b : the universe must have properties that make inevitable the existence of intelligent life —called also strong anthropic principle
First Known Use of ANTHROPIC PRINCIPLE
1974
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