English Explanatory Dictionary

Humboldtian

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of or relating to Prussian geographer, naturalist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859).
  2. Of or relating to Prussian philosopher, government official, diplomat, and educator Wilhelm von Humboldt (1767–1835).

Word forms

Humboldtian more Humboldtian most Humboldtian

Etymology

From Humboldt + -ian.

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