natural science
noun
: any of the sciences (such as physics, chemistry, or biology) that deal with matter, energy, and their interrelations and transformations or with objectively measurable phenomena
natural scientist
noun
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He is interested in the natural sciences.
a new approach to natural science
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2025
His studies at the University of Cambridge's Christ's College from 1828 to 1831 encouraged his passion for natural science.
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Researchers are increasingly paying attention to reproducibility in the natural sciences, such as physics and medicine, and in the social sciences, such as economics and environmental studies.
—Richard Ball, The Conversation, 5 June 2025
His consulting firm has highlighted state policies for attracting individuals from outside China, especially those with doctorate degrees in engineering and natural science.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 30 Apr. 2025
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Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2025
His studies at the University of Cambridge's Christ's College from 1828 to 1831 encouraged his passion for natural science.
—New Atlas, 7 June 2025
Researchers are increasingly paying attention to reproducibility in the natural sciences, such as physics and medicine, and in the social sciences, such as economics and environmental studies.
—Richard Ball, The Conversation, 5 June 2025
His consulting firm has highlighted state policies for attracting individuals from outside China, especially those with doctorate degrees in engineering and natural science.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 30 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for natural science
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“Natural science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/natural%20science. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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