pataphysics

pat·a·phys·ics

P p

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pat-uh-fiz-iks]
- /ˌpæt əˈfɪz ɪks/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pat-uh-fiz-iks]
- /ˌpæt əˈfɪz ɪks/

Definitions of pataphysics word

noun pataphysics a supposed branch of philosophy or science that studies imaginary phenomena beyond the realm of metaphysics; the science of imaginary solutions. 1
noun pataphysics the study of what lies beyond metaphysics; the philosophy of the absurd 0
noun pataphysics the study of a realm beyond that of metaphysics: a notion devised by French absurdist writers as a parody of modern science 0

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pataphysics popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 60% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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