natural science

noun

: any of the sciences (such as physics, chemistry, or biology) that deal with matter, energy, and their interrelations and transformations or with objectively measurable phenomena

natural scientist noun

Examples of natural science in a Sentence

He is interested in the natural sciences.

a new approach to natural science

Recent Examples on the Web

Boosting Biofuel Research teams led by Jonathan Cumming, chair of the department of natural sciences at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, are field testing the feasibility of switchgrass as a cover crop and biofuel ingredient. —Robin Roenker, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025

Unlike many management positions that emphasize constant social engagement, natural sciences management leverages your analytical skills and subject expertise. —Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025

But, as some research will reveal, they were surrounded by experts in a variety of fields, including biology, geology, and natural science. —Will McGough, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025

His story raises disquieting questions about the origins of the modern natural sciences and the future of many specimens held by museums today with deep ties to the slave trade. —The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 13 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for natural science

• geoscience
• neuroscience
• noncompliance
• pseudoscience
• appliance
• compliance
• defiance
• reliance

Kids Definition

natural science

noun

: any of the sciences (as physics, chemistry, or biology) that deal with matter, energy, and their relationships and transformations or with measurable natural events