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Brownian
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brownian
English
Alternative forms
en brownian
Etymology
en :af Brown -ian + 1
Pronunciation
en /ˈbɹaʊni.ən/ GA
Adjective
Of or relating to botanist Robert Brown (1773-1858), who investigated the movement of pollen suspended in water.
en physics Pertaining to motion caused by the random vibration of molecules (Brownian motion).
Of or relating to Capability Brown (Lancelot Brown, 1716?–1783), English landscape architect.
Derived terms
Brownian motion
Brownian motor
Brownian movement
Brownian ratchet
Related terms
Brownite
Brunonian
en eponyms