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Adjective: Newtonian  n(y)oo'tow-nee-un
  1. Of or relating to or inspired by Sir Isaac Newton or his science
    "Newtonian physics"
     
  2. Relating to classical mechanics and universal gravitation as described by Sir Isaac Newton, treating space and time as absolute and motion as deterministic
    "Newtonian physics works well for everyday objects but breaks down at atomic scales or very high speeds"
Noun: Newtonian  n(y)oo'tow-nee-un
  1. A follower of Isaac Newton

Derived forms: Newtonians

Type of: acolyte, follower

Encyclopedia: Newtonian