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- pronunciation:
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hypotheses |
| definition: |
a prediction or educated guess that can be tested and can be used to guide further study.
This chapter explains scientists' new hypothesis about the birth of stars.- similar words:
- theory
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guess |
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| derivation: |
hypothesist (n.) |
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