science -
n. 1 a branch of knowledge conducted on objective principles involving the systematized observation of and experiment with
phenomena, esp. concerned with the material and functions of the physical
universe (see also natural
science).
2 a
systematic and formulated knowledge, esp. of a specified type or on a specified subject (political
science). b the pursuit or principles of
this.
3 an organized body of knowledge on a subject (the
science of philology).
4 skilful technique rather than strength or natural ability.
5 archaic knowledge of
any kind.
science fiction fiction based on imagined future scientific discoveries or environmental changes, frequently dealing with space travel, life on other planets, etc. science park an area devoted to scientific research or the development of science-based industries. [ME f. OF f. L scientia f. scire know]
