cosmology
noun
Simple meaning
The metaphysical study of the origin and nature of the universe.
Pronunciation
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kɔzˈmɔlədʒi
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noun
The metaphysical study of the origin and nature of the universe
“In philosophy class, cosmology prompted questions about why the universe exists at all.”
The study of the physical universe, its structure, dynamics, origin and evolution, and fate.
A particular view (cultural or religious) of the structure and origin of the universe.
The branch of astrophysics that studies the origin and evolution and structure of the universe
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This meaning: The metaphysical study of the origin and nature of the universe
Used this way, cosmology is a common word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
“In philosophy class, cosmology prompted questions about why the universe exists at all.”
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- Neutral
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- Common
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- Matter-of-fact
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- Neutral and straightforward
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Of or from or pertaining to or characteristic of the cosmos or universe.
Pertaining to the branch of astronomy dealing with the origin and history and structure and dynamics of the universe.
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The cooled remnant of the hot big bang that fills the entire universe and can be observed today with an average temperature of about 2.725 kelvin.
The cooled remnant of the hot big bang that fills the entire universe and can be observed today with an average temperature of about 2.725 kelvin.
The cooled remnant of the hot big bang that fills the entire universe and can be observed today with an average temperature of about 2.725 kelvin.
A hypothetical one-dimensional subatomic particle having a concentration of energy and the dynamic properties of a flexible loop.
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Sense: metaphysical study of the origin and nature of the universe
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