Principle
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
(law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
Framework senses
- §1
- (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
- §2
- a basic truth or law or assumption
- §3
- a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
- §4
- a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
- §5
- a rule or standard especially of good behavior
- §6
- rule of personal conduct