creation science

noun

: creationism
also : scientific evidence or arguments put forth in support of creationism

Examples of creation science in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web That includes Bob Jones University, which grants science degrees that require course credits in creation science. S. Joshua Swamidass, WSJ, 4 Mar. 2021 In 1987, the US Supreme Court struck down a Louisiana law requiring any public school teaching the theory of evolution to teach creation science as well. BostonGlobe.com, 19 June 2021 As a matter of academic freedom, scientists should tolerate institutions that teach creation science. S. Joshua Swamidass, WSJ, 4 Mar. 2021

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Word History

First Known Use

1979, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of creation science was in 1979

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“Creation science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creation%20science. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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