The experiment
Example: Experiment tests hypothesis through controlled procedures and observations
Definition
"The experiment" refers to a carefully designed procedure carried out to test a hypothesis through controlled methods and systematic observations, often in scientific research to gather data and draw conclusions about a specific phenomenon or question.
Etymology
The term "the experiment" comes from the Latin word 'experimentum,' meaning 'a trial or proof,' which evolved through Old French into English. The word reflects the idea of testing or trying something to discover new knowledge or validate theories. Did you know that early experiments were often literal 'tests' performed by alchemists and natural philosophers?
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"The experiment" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Research - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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