natural philosophy

noun

natural science.
physical science.

Origin of natural philosophy

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75

OTHER WORDS FROM natural philosophy

natural philosopher, noun

Words nearby natural philosophy

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British Dictionary definitions for natural philosophy

natural philosophy

noun

(now only used in Scottish universities) physical science, esp physics

Derived forms of natural philosophy

natural philosopher, noun