English Explanatory Dictionary

Brownian

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of or relating to botanist Robert Brown (1773-1858), who investigated the movement of pollen suspended in water.
  2. Pertaining to motion caused by the random vibration of molecules (Brownian motion).
  3. Of or relating to Capability Brown (Lancelot Brown, 1716?–1783), English landscape architect.
adj
  1. Alternative letter-case form of Brownian.

Pronunciation

/ˈbɹaʊni.ən/

Word forms

Brownian more Brownian most Brownian

Etymology

From Brown + -ian.

Related words

Brownite Brunonian

Derived words

Brownian motion Brownian motor Brownian movement Brownian ratchet
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